Technical Specialist 1

Description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist 1 to work within our Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment that will utilize their related experience to develop professionally and grow in today's global environment. This position is eligible for GAI's flexible Hybrid work schedules.

Job Duties :

• Plans, designs, and facilitates civil engineer project design tasks.
• Undertakes technical and feasibility studies.
• Collaborates with other professionals and discusses requirements with clients.
• Uses computer programs to develop detailed designs.
• Ensures that work product meets client, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Performs work under professional engineering staff.
• Handles basic design challenges and uses problem-solving skills but will refer more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses beginning knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and civil engineering design tasks.
• Oral and written communication skills and strong team collaboration are required.
• This position requires local/regional travel and should be expected to be 20-40% (1-2 days per week as needed for project-related work/occasional overnight travel)

General Characteristics

• Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education.
• Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.
• Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
• Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
• Understands and complies with ethical codes.

Minimum Years of Experience

• Entry/0+

Education

• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

Certification/Licensure

• Driver's License

Technical Responsibilities

• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations.
• Performs basic computations or analysis.
• Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables.
• Observes construction activities.

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
• No managerial responsibilities at this level

Management Responsibility

• Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
• Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
• Interacts primarily with internal project team members.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthat'scommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Marketbased, competitive compensation

• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Companypaid short-term and long-term disability

• Companypaid life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays

• Anadditionalfloating holiday-use it for what matters to you

• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

Qualifications