GAI Consultants, Inc.
Power Generation Project Technical Specialist 1
GAI Consultants, Inc., Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Power Generation Project Technical Specialist 1
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GAI Consultants, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. GAI Consultants, Inc. (GAI) is seeking a Project Technical Specialist 1 (Power Generation) to work out of our Louisville, KY office. Under the direction of a Geotechnical Engineering Manager, this individual will provide geotechnical engineering and project site support for projects in the Energy,
Transportation and Community Development business units.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Perform geotechnical engineering assignments involving investigations for a variety of facilities including, but not limited to: foundations for transmission lines, buildings, roadways, bridges, retaining walls, dams, and other structures; designs for embankments and cut slopes for roadways and other developments; designs for natural gas pipelines and compressor stations; design of waste landfills and impoundments; and development of geotechnical monitoring and laboratory testing programs. Prepare geotechnical engineering designs involving: rock/soil slope stability; cut slope and fill embankment design; landslide stabilization and remediation (reinforcement with rock anchors/soil nails, GRS slopes); geotechnical field instrumentation; soil reinforcement and ground improvement techniques (CMCs, compaction grouting, stone columns); sheet pile/retaining walls (gravity walls, soldier pile, and lagging walls, MSE walls, T-walls); shallow and deep foundations (spread footings, driven piles, micropiles, drilled shafts). Geotechnical Investigation and Construction Support Services including, but not limited to: test boring monitoring and logging; site reconnaissance; foundation and retaining structure construction monitoring and inspection. The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on construction excavations, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils. Prepare proposals, budgets, schedules, calculations, specifications, and reports. Travel can be expected in the form of fieldwork, which can be daily local travel or weekly out-of-town travel,
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
The Essential Functions.
The candidate can be expected to traverse steep terrain and carry up to 50 lbs.
Technical Responsibilities
Serves as the technical advisor for the organization in the application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned area. Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications. Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products. Values and analyzes sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.
Project and Task Management
Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians. Plans, schedules, and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects or is responsible for an entire program of an organization. Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering projects. Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them. Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
General Characteristics
Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization. Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their organization and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of programs. Leads programs of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project. Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering. Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action.
Communication, Teamwork and Leadership
Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications. Represents their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations. Routinely interacts with organizational leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others. Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership, including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and advocates for application of these concepts. Considers social equity and environmental impact of engineering decisions.
Management, Supervision and Guidance
Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff. Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff.
Education
B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Certification/Licensure
n/a
Experience
10+ years of experience.
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
Qualifications
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Driver's License Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Industries Civil Engineering Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GAI Consultants, Inc. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Civil Engineer” roles.
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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Power Generation Project Technical Specialist 1
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GAI Consultants, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. GAI Consultants, Inc. (GAI) is seeking a Project Technical Specialist 1 (Power Generation) to work out of our Louisville, KY office. Under the direction of a Geotechnical Engineering Manager, this individual will provide geotechnical engineering and project site support for projects in the Energy,
Transportation and Community Development business units.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Perform geotechnical engineering assignments involving investigations for a variety of facilities including, but not limited to: foundations for transmission lines, buildings, roadways, bridges, retaining walls, dams, and other structures; designs for embankments and cut slopes for roadways and other developments; designs for natural gas pipelines and compressor stations; design of waste landfills and impoundments; and development of geotechnical monitoring and laboratory testing programs. Prepare geotechnical engineering designs involving: rock/soil slope stability; cut slope and fill embankment design; landslide stabilization and remediation (reinforcement with rock anchors/soil nails, GRS slopes); geotechnical field instrumentation; soil reinforcement and ground improvement techniques (CMCs, compaction grouting, stone columns); sheet pile/retaining walls (gravity walls, soldier pile, and lagging walls, MSE walls, T-walls); shallow and deep foundations (spread footings, driven piles, micropiles, drilled shafts). Geotechnical Investigation and Construction Support Services including, but not limited to: test boring monitoring and logging; site reconnaissance; foundation and retaining structure construction monitoring and inspection. The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on construction excavations, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils. Prepare proposals, budgets, schedules, calculations, specifications, and reports. Travel can be expected in the form of fieldwork, which can be daily local travel or weekly out-of-town travel,
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
The Essential Functions.
The candidate can be expected to traverse steep terrain and carry up to 50 lbs.
Technical Responsibilities
Serves as the technical advisor for the organization in the application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned area. Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications. Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products. Values and analyzes sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.
Project and Task Management
Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians. Plans, schedules, and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects or is responsible for an entire program of an organization. Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering projects. Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them. Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
General Characteristics
Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization. Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their organization and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of programs. Leads programs of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project. Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering. Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action.
Communication, Teamwork and Leadership
Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications. Represents their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations. Routinely interacts with organizational leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others. Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership, including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and advocates for application of these concepts. Considers social equity and environmental impact of engineering decisions.
Management, Supervision and Guidance
Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff. Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff.
Education
B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Certification/Licensure
n/a
Experience
10+ years of experience.
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
Qualifications
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Driver's License Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Industries Civil Engineering Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GAI Consultants, Inc. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Civil Engineer” roles.
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