Environmental Compliance Specialist

GAI Consultants is seeking an Environmental Specialist 1 with experience in performing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and hazardous waste due diligence investigations as well as conducting field compliance monitoring to be based out of our Canton, OH /Jackson, MI office, within our Power & Energy Business Unit.

This position is remote and will require technical analysis and writing as well as some travel to various project sites regional to the Upper Midwestern and Mid-Atlantic Regions. Applicants should enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. This position will afford an excellent opportunity for the individual to expand their experience and knowledge base in federal and state environmental regulations and methodologies primarily in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Michigan, and Indiana.

The successful candidate will serve as a field lead to perform, with minimal supervision, various assignments including, but not limited to those listed below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing and conducting Phase I and II ESAs and hazardous waste due diligence investigations on various types of sites, including rural/agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Researching and understanding applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding waste, chemicals, hazardous substances, and remediation programs (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, EPCRA, VCP, etc.).
• Performing field monitoring of erosion and sediment (E&S) controls on various types of construction Projects (linear and site-based) while working independently.
• Reviewing and understanding specifications, permits, and permit conditions as well as E&S control and stormwater plans associated with both site and linear construction Projects.
• Preparing and reviewing periodic monitoring reports based upon field observations. Reports may be submitted via paper report or electronically as required.
• Agreeing and adhering to the Health and Safety requirements of GAI Consultants and GAI’s clients.
• Maintaining QA/QC standards and adhering to the Quality Management System procedures of GAI Consultants and the quality procedures of GAI’s clients.

Qualifications

Required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and technical writing ability.
• Ability to utilize electronic location devices such as a GPS or a GPS enabled device to collect data tied to a Project location.
• Candidate must be proficient in using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, and MS Office applications and be familiar with report, database, and form completion through both MS Word applications (e.g., Access, SQL) and online programs.
• A valid driver’s license along with ability to pass required screening to drive a GAI vehicle.
• Must be flexible. Travel will be expected as part of this position.
• Regional travel for various construction projects (2-5 hours round trip). 1-3 days/week, year-round. Office time will be available.
• Basic knowledge of Phase I/II ESA, hazardous waste due diligence investigations

Preferred: (Not required, but candidates that demonstrate these qualifications will be given preference)

• Minimum of an Associates (A.S.) degree from an accredited college with an engineering/environmental/science focus.
• Two to five years of demonstrated experience in performing/conducting Phase I/II ESAs and hazardous waste due diligence investigations. Consideration will be given to candidates that can specifically show experience in the following:
• Reviewing/analyzing/interpreting environmental database and historical information;
• Conducting Site reconnaissance of rural/agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial properties;
• Conducting interviews with property owners and governmental…