Environmental Specialist

~ We have one measure of success: our clients’ satisfaction. Our clients challenge GAI Consultants, Inc. (GAI) with high-profile projects that demand the best and brightest technical expertise available. ~

We help build roads and bridges, transmission lines, power plants, commercial developments, distribution centers, and industrial facilities across the nation and abroad. Our clients prefer to establish long-lasting relationships with GAI because we deliver on our promises with integrity, quality, and service. We are ranked among the top 200 firms by Engineering News Record.

Our vision for the future is to build on more than 60 years of success. To grow responsibly as a healthy, profitable, engineering consulting firm. To anticipate the needs of our clients by keeping up with changing and improving technologies. To fully support our staff so they can continue to meet our clients’ needs.

Our mission is to operate consistently, allowing our clients to improve their communities’ health and safety with the assurance that their projects will endure and withstand the test of time.

Position Overview

GAI’s Indiana market is undergoing exciting growth. Put your skills and expertise to work on challenging initiatives alongside accomplished colleagues from our new downtown Indy, Fishers, or Fort Wayne offices. Work in a supportive environment headed by a new, dynamic leadership team that encourages the entrepreneurial spirit. Now is the time to jumpstart your career with a rich pipeline of exciting projects that present long-term security and true career-growth potential.

We are looking for an entry to mid-level Environmental Specialist with 0-5 years of experience to work in our Indianapolis or Fishers, Indiana office. Your duties will consist of preparing NEPA environmental documentation and permits for infrastructure development projects.   The position requires excellent communication, organizational, and detailed document management and tracking skills. Technical responsibilities will include conducting ArcGIS mapping, environmental site assessments, preparing, tracking and submitting agency coordination, red flag investigations, programmatic and categorical exclusions, permits, public meetings, and coordination of supporting technical reports.  Technical field studies including wetland delineations, stream identifications, and endangered species surveys in support of NEPA documents will be required. 

Join GAI and make your mark among a team of engineering, planning, and environmental consultants that provides innovative solutions to energy, transportation, development, government, and industrial clients worldwide. 60 years strong and 100-percent employee owned, GAI is the right place for talented and motivated individuals who seek to distinguish themselves in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Responsibilities

In the office:

• Prepare and mail merge agency coordination letters 
• Conduct Red Flag Investigation reports
• Prepare Categorical Exclusion (CE 1-CE 4) reports
• Plan and prepare applicable project permits
• Manage ArcGIS files
• Coordinate with engineering staff and review road and bridge plans

In the field:

• Conduct wetland delineations and functions and values assessments (such as In-WRAP or ORAM)
• Perform stream assessment studies (such as QHEI and HHEI)
• Provide field documentation regarding threatened and endangered species
• Provide accurate documentation of field activities

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Geology, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or related field
• 0-5 years of relevant experience desired
• INDOT experience preferred
• Proficiency in ArcView and/or ArcDesktop GIS systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• US Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation training a plus
• BIAS, IPaC, and IDEM VFC experience a plus
• Proficiency in technical writing and quantitative data analysis is a must
• Must have a valid Driver’s License or ability to secure

Physical Demands and/or Other Job Information (if applicable):

• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions
• Ability to lift heavy objects such as testing equipment and materials samples
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and navigate steps, stairs and ladders
• Ability to work in hazardous environments and use required Personal Protective Equipment. Environment will include dust, noise, tripping and overhead hazards

Compensation

• Excellent salary and bonus potential
• Excellent Paid Time Off allowance
• ESOP – GAI is employee owned
• 401k Match
• Competitive health/dental insurance premiums
• Flexibility in Work Hours