Senior Environmental Specialist - NC Permitting Lead

GAI Consultants Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking an Environmental Specialist 3 to provide advanced leadership in siting, permitting, and environmental studies for electric transmission projects in North Carolina.

The role covers project budgets, schedules, staff supervision, client and agency coordination, proposal work, and quality control, with travel up to monthly and a strong emphasis on mentoring and safety.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience related to the outlined duties.
• Strong technical writing ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team within a multi-disciplinary group.

Responsibilities

• Lead electric transmission siting investigations and preparation of regulatory documentation.
• Prepare permit applications and environmental reports/consultations.
• Manage budgets, scopes, schedules, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies; mentor staff.

Skills

Project leadership

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Environmental permitting

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences

Job description

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking an Environmental Specialist 3 to provide advanced leadership in siting, permitting, and environmental studies for electric transmission projects in North Carolina.

The role covers project budgets, schedules, staff supervision, client and agency coordination, proposal work, and quality control, with travel up to monthly and a strong emphasis on mentoring and safety.