Field Environmental Compliance Specialist — Remote & Travel

GAI Consultants Inc.; Richmond, Warrenton (VA, VA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Company-paid disability and life保险

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. in Richmond, VA seeks an Environmental Specialist to lead field E&S monitoring and support environmental reporting. This remote role requires travel to project sites across the region, with a focus on Virginia and Maryland regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will draft reports, review plans, and ensure safety and QA/QC standards. A degree in environmental fields plus several years of field monitoring experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with engineering/environmental/science focus.
• Four years of demonstrated environmental field monitoring experience.
• Knowledge of E&S control BMP concepts and maintenance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and technical writing.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and related Office apps.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass drug screening.
• Willingness to travel regionally (2–5 hours; 4–5 days/week).

Responsibilities

• Perform field monitoring of erosion and sediment controls independently.
• Review specifications, permits, and E&S plans for projects.
• Prepare and review periodic monitoring reports based on field observations.
• Assist with environmental reports, permit applications, and closeout requests.
• Adhere to Health, Safety, QA/QC standards and procedures.

Skills

GPS data collection

MS Word

MS Excel

Technical writing

Education

Associates degree in engineering/environmental/science

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

SQL/Access

MS Office suite

Job description

GAI Consultants Inc. in Richmond, VA seeks an Environmental Specialist to lead field E&S monitoring and support environmental reporting. This remote role requires travel to project sites across the region, with a focus on Virginia and Maryland regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will draft reports, review plans, and ensure safety and QA/QC standards. A degree in environmental fields plus several years of field monitoring experience are preferred.