Senior Project Environmental Specialist

Gai Consultants is hiring a Senior Project Environmental Specialist to manage environmental consulting projects in the energy sector, focusing on natural gas and renewable energy. Responsibilities include project management, environmental assessments, reporting, and regulatory compliance. The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule and can be based remotely or in specific offices. Strong communication, technical writing, and organizational skills are essential. Travel may be required up to 15% for regional projects.
About the position

GAI Consultants is seeking a Senior Project Environmental Specialist to provide project management support for environmental consulting projects. Subject projects will be primarily related to the energy industry, including natural gas transmission, renewable energy, and electric transmission projects. These projects are often fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse. The successful candidate's primary work responsibilities will include providing task management support to Project Managers for the development of related reports, agency consultations, permit applications, and project tracking. This position requires a strong skillset and the ability to mentor and direct staff, communicate effectively, and work in a collaborative team atmosphere to ensure successful and on-schedule project delivery. The role will involve the assessment of environmental impacts for siting, permitting/regulatory, and reporting efforts related to environmental and cultural resource considerations. The position will be based in GAI's Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or Charleston, West Virginia office, with a flexible hybrid schedule. Other office locations and/or remote locations will also be considered. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level professional looking to advance their career in environmental consulting. Essential duties include coordination of environmental resource investigations such as wetland and stream delineations, endangered species, and cultural resource surveys. The candidate will be responsible for completing environmental reporting, permitting, and other regulatory aspects related to various environmental acts, including the Clean Water Act and the Endangered and Threatened Species Act. Management of project tasks, including budgets, scheduling, and general project execution and delivery, will also be a key responsibility. The successful candidate will track and communicate progress toward project milestones, budgetary constraints, and other performance metrics, working closely with the Project Manager. Additionally, the role involves managing agency consultations and coordination, client communications, and building strong relationships with clients and review agencies. Strong technical writing ability, interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential for this position. The candidate must also be able to travel, predominantly for regional day trips, with occasional overnight stays, and travel is expected to occur throughout the year up to 15%, depending on client needs and project types.

Responsibilities
• Coordination of environmental resource investigations (e.g., wetland and stream delineations and endangered species and cultural resource surveys).
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• Completion of environmental reporting, permitting, and other regulatory aspects related to the Clean Water Act, Endangered and Threatened Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and National Environmental Protection Act.
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• Management of project tasks including budgets, scheduling, and general project execution and delivery.
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• Track and communicate progress toward project milestones, budgetary constraints, and other performance metrics.
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• Manage agency consultations and coordination (both written and verbal).
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• Client communications and building strong relationships with clients and/or review agencies.
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• Strong technical writing ability and strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
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• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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• Manage implementation and compliance with safety protocols and procedures.

Requirements
• Strong skillset in project management and environmental consulting.
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• Ability to mentor and direct staff effectively.
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• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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• Strong technical writing ability.
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• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
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• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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• Willingness to travel, predominantly for regional day trips.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in the energy industry, particularly in natural gas transmission and renewable energy projects.
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• Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance requirements.

Benefits
• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries.
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• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.