Environmental Planner/Scientist

GPI is growing our environmental practice in New Jersey. We seek an enthusiastic Environmental Planner / Scientist with a minimum of 5 years of experience to work in our Bridgewater, NJ office. You will support and contribute to environmental services for a variety of assignments, with a primary focus on transportation related projects. You will participate in preparing NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and EO215 (Executive Order No. 215) environmental documents, including associated technical and environmental studies for transportation projects within NJ. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you! GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

Conduct and support field and desktop data collection efforts for environmental assessments Support staff, clients, and regulatory personnel on projects Prepare environmental reports and permit applications Develop and prepare regulatory permit applications (NJDEP, USACE, NJSCD SESC, etc.) Participate in project meetings and field visits Provide environmental technical support across interdisciplinary project teams

Qualifications:

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or an earth science-related field, M.S. is a plus 5+ years of industry experience with demonstrated work on NEPA, EO215, and/or NJDEP permitting Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports and correspondence Experience and proficiency in developing regulatory permit applications and environmental documentation Strongly preferred: Experience with wetlands delineation, threatened and endangered (T&E) species surveys/habitat assessments, or related natural resources technical studies Experience with GIS and environmental data management is a plus MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience is a plus Ability to manage tasks, maintain client relationships, and contribute to multidisciplinary projects and teams Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or other relevant license/certification is a plus

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/D/V Notice To Third-Party Agencies GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI's Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service. Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.