Environmental Specialist 2

GAI Consultants•Cranberry, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GAI Consultants is seeking an Environmental Specialist with experience in Permitting and Field Compliance to be based out of their Cranberry Township office, Pennsylvania, within the Energy Business Unit. This role is for an experienced individual who enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. The position offers an excellent opportunity to expand experience and knowledge in federal and state environmental regulations and methodologies, primarily in Pennsylvania, with potential opportunities in West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, and other states. The successful candidate will perform assignments with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate's (A.S.) degree from an accredited college with an environmental/science focus.
Approximately six to ten years of experience with environmental permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping related to air and water quality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and technical writing ability.
Ability to utilize electronic location devices (such as a GPS) to collect data tied to a Project location.
Proficient in using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, and MS Office applications.
Familiar with report, database, and form completion through both MS Word applications (e.g., Access, SQL) and online programs.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass required screening to drive a GAI vehicle.
Must be flexible.
Ability to drive distances of potentially 4-6+ hours round trip.
Minimal overnight stays out of town required.
Ability to walk moderate distances through unimproved terrain, utility rights-of-way, in remote areas, etc.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to hear and visualize potential hazards during fieldwork or site visit situations.
Candidates will be required to successfully pass a drug screening.
Progress in critical thinking skills.
Works on small projects or portions of larger projects.
Assist Task Managers with aspects of projects.
Proactively implements Quality Management System (QMS) for project deliverables.
If assigned as direct supervisor, skilled at mentoring.
Decision making and conflict resolution.
Delegate tasks effectively.
Demonstrate responsibility and leadership skills.
Role model for others to follow.
Extensive knowledge of wetland delineations, wetland restoration, and wetland design.
Knowledge of endangered species surveys (understand the requirements of the endangered species act, understand when and how to consult with these agencies, and have working knowledge of the species within the area we work).
Possess effective oral and written communication skills.
Interacts well with other staff.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's (B.S.) degree from an accredited college with an environmental/science focus.
Ten plus years of demonstrated experience in environmental permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping.
Four or more years of demonstrated experience in environmental field compliance and reporting.
Previous experience performing sound level studies, including modeling, for clients.
Experience performing Environmental Due Diligence (Phase I ESAs) site assessments.
Experience with Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
Knowledge of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations and permitting.
Familiarity with environmental agency E&S control guidelines and best management practice (BMP) designs, construction, and maintenance.
Experience and comprehension of E&S control BMP concepts, designs, and maintenance requirements.
Past experience working with an environmental review agency (e.g., state or local conservation district) either for the agency or with the agency as a consultant or owner.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or GIS, particularly ArcGIS.
If assigned as direct supervisor, skilled at mentoring.
If assigned as direct supervisor, skilled at decision making and conflict resolution.
If assigned as direct supervisor, skilled at delegating tasks effectively.
If assigned as direct supervisor, demonstrates responsibility and leadership skills.
If assigned as direct supervisor, is a role model for others to follow.
If assigned as direct supervisor, manages and leads employees.
If assigned as direct supervisor, mentors and motivates.
If assigned as direct supervisor, communicates effectively (including listening).
If assigned as direct supervisor, is available to employees.
If assigned as direct supervisor, provides regular performance feedback.
If assigned as direct supervisor, enforces GAI policy.
If assigned as direct supervisor, disseminates internal announcements.
If assigned as direct supervisor, fosters teamwork.
If assigned as direct supervisor, provides regular overall feedback to staff members.

Responsibilities

Review and understand specifications, permits, permit conditions, and permitting modifications for air and water quality projects on a local, state, and federal level.
Assist with environmental reporting and recordkeeping related to air and water quality projects.
Prepare and review periodic monitoring reports based on field observations provided by others.
Assist with the preparation of various environmental requests such as sound studies, wetland and stream delineation reports, and erosion and sediment control plans.
Assist with erosion and sediment (E&S) control and stormwater plans associated with both site and linear construction projects.
Perform in-field assistance with E&S controls on various types of construction projects (linear and site-based) independently.
Adhere to the Health and Safety requirements of GAI Consultants and GAI’s clients.
Maintain QA/QC standards and adhere to the Quality Management System procedures of GAI Consultants and the quality procedures of GAI’s clients.
Lead field studies and data collection.
Generate technically sound documents with little assistance from senior staff, requiring minor edits.
Interface with agencies.
Perform data analysis and interpretation.
Research Federal, State, and local applicable environmental regulations and guidance and apply them to project specifics.
Perform wetland delineations, wetland restoration, and wetland design.
Conduct ecological field surveys and endangered species surveys.
If assigned as a direct supervisor, manage and lead employees, mentor and motivate, communicate effectively (including listening), be available to employees, provide regular performance feedback, enforce GAI policy, disseminate internal announcements, and foster teamwork.
Work as part of a team and coordinate work with others.
Assist in determining schedule and budget requirements.
Assign and oversee tasks under the direct supervision of the task manager and maintain budgets and schedules.
Maintain close communication with Task Managers.
Assist Project Managers or Task Managers with proposal preparation, scopes of work, and project component cost estimates.
Interact with clients with close oversight.
Interact closely with Project Managers and various Department Managerial Staff.
Perform well with client communications.
If assigned as a direct supervisor, communicate with employees and various managerial staff regarding employee performance, hiring, coordination with HR on performance issues, and merit increases.
Keep employees informed of company news and policy changes.