Construction Technician

Position: Construction Technician 2
Systems Planning Corporation (SPC), a subsidiary company of GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking two Lead Environmental Inspectors to work on a project in Texas. We are looking for individual with a complete working knowledge of all environmental aspects of a pipeline construction project, including but not limited to: wetland crossings, stream crossings, agricultural lands, residential construction, cultural resources, and erosion and sediment control design and implementation.

General Characteristics

• Contractor implementation of environmental conditions and mitigation measures as set forth in Client Plans and Procedures, the FERC Certificate, and all other permits, clearances, or other authorizing documents;
• Coordination with any third-party Compliance Monitors;
• Installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures, including photo documentation;
• Crossings of flowing water bodies, including any deviation from plans and photo documentation before, during, and after
• Construction and restoration;
• Right-of-way restoration including reseeding;
• Coordination/Implementation of any requirements for cultural or natural resource specialists;
• Construction variances;
• Daily inspection reports, including photo documentation, compilation and processing;
• Field audits with photo documentation, including audits of Contractor spill and fire containment kits, and erosion controls;
• Contractor spill response, including reports listing material(s) involved, quantity, location;
• Installation of all Project signage and environmental flagging and,
• Environmental training and documentation for new Project personnel.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to hike moderate distances through unimproved terrain, utility rights-of-way, in remote areas, etc.
• Ability to hear and visualize potential hazards during fieldwork or site visit situations.
• Ability to occasionally lift 20 pounds.

Minimum Years of Experience

• Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in managing or supervising environmental compliance during pipeline construction or 3-5 years of experience with a degree in a related field.

Qualification Requirements

• Extensive previous experience as an Environmental Inspector or Lead Environmental Inspector on a recent pipeline project.
• Complete working knowledge of all environmental aspects of a pipeline construction project, including but not limited to: wetland crossings, stream crossings, agricultural lands, residential construction, cultural resources, and erosion and sediment control design and implementation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills. Strong technical knowledge to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Education

• H.S Graduate

Certification/Licensure

• Driver's License

Technical Responsibilities

• Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation for field observations on construction sites.
• Conduct tests and investigations in the field or laboratory to obtain data used by engineering and technical personnel in determining physical properties of construction materials.
• Collect soil, asphalt and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary report.
• Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects.
• Perform laboratory and field tests according to prescribed procedures, processes and standards.
• Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare analyses, reports and / or technical drawings.
• Communication of field and laboratory testing results with staff, contractors, and clients

Project and Task Management

• May lead projects and tasks

Management Responsibility

• Can work independently or lead crews when necessary.

Communication Skills

• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff, communicates effectively with clients, field representatives, able to motivate others, ability to function positively in a team environment, able to keep teams working harmoniously.

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