Job Description
Description
Your role at GEI. GEI has an outstanding mid-level environmental opportunity to help support our growing environmental practice in California. The position involves working on projects throughout California but especially in the Central Valley and/or Bay Area. The position has tremendous short- and long-term growth opportunities for your career within GEI, including stock ownership. You will work collaboratively with clients and GEI's other leaders and experts in the environmental and engineering fields, primarily on water, energy, and multi-benefit projects for private and public clients, especially water supply and flood districts. As part of our multidisciplinary project teams, you will have an important role supporting tasks and projects; preparing permit applications and providing regulatory strategy; and working as part of our dynamic team to solve an array of water and environmental issues critical to California's environmental, water, and energy landscape.
A minimum of 5 years of regulatory permitting experience focused in California is required. This position is open for hybrid/remote work opportunities and includes the following responsibilities:
Essential Responsibilities & Duties - Develop environmental compliance documents for projects in California that reflect a broad and comprehensive understanding of applicable federal, state, and local natural resource regulations;
- Preparation and processing of Federal Section 404 and 401 Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, and California Fish and Game 1602 permit applications;
- Supporting Federal and State Endangered Species Act consultations, and CEQA/NEPA biological resources impact analyses;
- Participating in meetings and phone calls with regulatory agencies;
- Actively participate in multi-disciplinary teamwork with biologists, planners, landscape architects, restoration ecologists, and engineers.
- May be opportunities to support fieldwork efforts such as aquatic resources delineations, habitat assessments, vegetation mapping, or other studies that inform project permitting.
Minimum Qualifications - BA, BS, or MS in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or similar.
- At least five (5) years of experience.
- Experience with state and federal environmental laws, specifically Section 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Federal and State Endangered Species Act, and California Department of Fish and Game Code.
- Knowledge of environmental resources in California.
- Familiarity with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and/or California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) environmental documents.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including providing clear direction and effective communication in meetings.
- Valid California driver's license.
We are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .
Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here .
GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes - Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More...
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
Light
X
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting
1-2 hours
Standing
6-8 hours
Walking
3-5 hours
Climbing
0-1 hours
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
0-30 pounds
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds
Carrying objects
6-8 hours
Push/pull
0-1 hour
Twisting
1-2 hours
Bending
2-3 hours
Reaching forward
1-3 hours
Reaching overhead
0-1 hour
Squat/kneel/crawl
2-4 hours
Wrist position deviation
1-2 hours
Pinching/fine motor skills
2-3 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
1-2 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
1-2 hours
Talk or hear
6-8 hours
Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination
X
Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne communicable diseases
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme noise levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Other (exposure risks): Usual workday hours :
X
8
X
10
12
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,