Geotechnical Project Engineer 1

Gai Consultants • Glen Allen, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to work with the Power Generation Business Sector on primarily renewable energy projects and when needed other regional projects. GAI Consultants, Inc. offers its employees, upon approval by supervisors, the ability to work remotely or in a hybrid setting, and this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-oriented environment that will utilize their college education and past work experience to develop professionally into a well-rounded engineer with the ability to grow in today's environment. Your responsibilities in this position will include civil site work, including design, permitting, construction activities as well as beginning to develop client management and business development strategies. General Characteristics Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization. Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their practice and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of projects. Leads projects of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project. Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering. Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Ability to work in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and rugged terrain. Exposure to active construction sites. Capable of walking, hiking, or standing for extended periods during field and site visits. Must be able to lift and carry tools, equipment, technical samples, documents, and other materials weighing up to 40-50 pounds. Frequent bending, crouching, and climbing may be required during fieldwork and sample collection. Ability to safely operate and wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as helmets, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and boots as required by site safety protocols. Visual acuity and manual dexterity to handle technical tools, read maps and instruments, observe site conditions, and document findings accurately. Comfortable working in remote or isolated locations, sometimes for extended durations. Comfortable working in confined spaces and/or at heights, as required by specific project sites. May require driving long distances to field sites and operating vehicles on unpaved or uneven roads.

Requirements

• 10+ Years of Experience
• B.S. or M.S. Engineering
• Valid Driver's License
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states

Responsibilities

• Civil site work, including design, permitting, construction activities
• Beginning to develop client management and business development strategies
• Lead projects of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project
• Analyze complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering
• Analyze ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action
• Oversee a project team of engineers and technicians
• Plan, schedules, and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects
• Analyze project management plans for complex engineering projects
• Understand project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them
• Review operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures
• Mentor senior staff
• Integrate professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff
• Represent their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations
• Routinely interacts with organizational leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others
• Integrate concepts of effective teamwork and leadership

Benefits

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees