Project (Technical) Specialist 1

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Experience: 10+ yrs
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

PLS-CADD
PLS-POLE
PLS-Tower

About the role

GAI is seeking a Project Technical Specialist 1 (transmission line) to join our Power Delivery team. Required skills include transmission line design experience, critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. This position can have the ability to work remote or a hybrid schedule.

Job Responsibilities:

Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:

Preparation of Specification Packages
Preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
Design and Analysis of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-Tower
Design and Analysis of foundations.
Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes, standards, and specifications.
Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
Coordination and development of permits for Railroads, Roadways, and Environmental Crossings.

Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
Must demonstrate attention to detail.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.

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.

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

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

Experience

10+ years of experience.

Travel Requirements

Must pass MVR check to be confirmed as insurable to drive on company time/company vehicles; must be willing to travel as required by job.

Why GAI?  

GAI offers skilled professionals like you 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 work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. 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 Pay & Recognition

Market based, competitive compensation
Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
Company paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

About GAI Consultants, Inc.

Provides professional engineering, planning, and environmental consulting services.

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