Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist 2 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 10%-20%

General Characteristics

• Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience.
• Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
• Understands and complies with ethical codes.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 2+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs basic design tasks.
• Assists on tasks such as: field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.

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 most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
• Practices professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
• Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed 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 salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement