Sr. Project Environmental Scientist

What You Will Do :

GFT is seeking a Sr. Project Environmental Scientist to join our Transportation Team in San Antonio, TX ! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our San Antonio, TX office.

Working on the

roadway team

atGFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all

Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do :

As a Senior Project Environmental Scientist , you will interact with clients, regulators, and colleagues while working on fast paced and challenging environmental projects. This position will offer the right person significant opportunities for professional growth, specialized training, and leadership.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following :

Provide technical support for projects requiring disturbances in wetlands, streams, and protected habitats to support project planning and environmental permits; providing technical and operational direction with responsibility for delivering positive outcomes.

Conduct wetland delineation fieldwork and other surveys to gather data for baseline knowledge and impact assessment.

Deliver professional services on time in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and within the planned level of project profitability.

Make decisions independently and / or collaboratively on scientific problems and methods; seeking answers from team members to reach sound conclusions.

Author technical reports, environmental deliverables and related work products.

Preparation of NEPA documents and permits for transportation and other infrastructure projects.

Support and assist with public involvement tasks and activities.

Communicate with clients, third party, and regulatory agents regarding project status, schedules, and compliance issues.

Contribute to business development and proposal preparation for pursuits across a variety of markets and sectors. This includes marketing and preparing technical and cost proposals.

Work in coordination and collaboration with other business lines (e.g., Transportation, Transit & Rail, Water, etc.) on pursuits and proposals and leading the Environmental aspects of same.

Perform project management duties, such as developing statements of services, cost proposals, and managing financial and other project records to achieve desired financial performance metrics.

Adhering to client and corporate contract specifications in all activities including health, safety, security, and the environment.

Education | Experience :

What you will bring to our firm :

Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, ecology, the physical sciences, or closely related field.

Minimum 8 years of experience and increasing responsibility in the AEC industry delivering consulting services for infrastructure projects.

Willingness to travel for project work.

Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state environmental regulations.

What we prefer you bring :

Master's degree is desired, but not required.

Affiliations with the Society of Wetland Scientists, Ecological Society of America, National Association of Environmental Professionals, or The Wildlife Society are desired.

Compensation :

The salary range for this role is

$105,000 - $125,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits :

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview :

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations : stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT : Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location : San Antonio, TX

Core Business Hours : 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Employment Status : Full-Time

Salary Range : $105,000 - $125,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

LI-SS1

LI-Hybrid

J-18808-Ljbffr