GAI Consultants is currently looking for a Project Environmental Specialist to join our Indianapolis or Fishers office. The Project Environmental Specialist's primary work responsibility will be to conduct stormwater and other regulated waters permitting documentation, including erosion and sediment control inspection, stormwater pollution prevention plan modifications, and documentation of environmental resources for Transportation-related projects. The position will assist in compiling data, preparing water reports, and permitting documents directed by Task Managers and Project Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Complete construction inspections, erosion control monitoring, and environmental marking and staking
• Preparation of permit applications and reviews
• Assist with field data collection and wetland delineations
• Gain knowledge of regulatory requirements and complete basic regulatory agency applications
• Assist with environmental report preparation and other NEPA work as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Some travel is required for this position and will predominantly be day trips related to fieldwork and construction site visits (overnight possible, but infrequent). Most travel will be within the State of Indiana. All-season safe-condition travel is a requisite. Night-time driving is possible, particularly in winter and during limited daylight periods of the year. Off-road driving on or to construction sites is occasionally required.

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.

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• The employee must wear Personal Protective Equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.
• The work environment will include indoor and outdoor settings.
• The physical demands and work characteristics described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform this job's essential functions.

Why GAI:

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits of working at GAI include:

• 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)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Bachelors of Environmental and Earth Science (required)

4 years: Experience commensurate with environmental consulting practices with a background in environmental science, ecology, or construction inspection services. (required)
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. (required)
Must have the ability to function well within a multi-disciplinary work environment. (required)
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. (required)
Knowledge and experience with erosion and sedimentation control monitoring, water resource permitting, technical field studies related to wetlands and water resources, NEPA, CWA, and construction inspections on linear projects. (required)
Basic familiarity with the use of GPS tools. (required)