Gsi Environmental Inc.
Environmental engineering & science consulting firm solving complex environmental challenges worldwide.
7 hours ago
$170,000 - $210,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Missoula, Montana, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
277 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
practice leadership
strategic planning
sampling design
data visualization
client management
staff supervision
Key responsibilities include leading a practice area that complements GSI’s existing services, developing long‑range strategic plans, corporate objectives, goals, and budgets, and negotiating critical issues with senior officers of external organizations. The Principal will oversee a large segment of the company within their specialization, directly supervise technical staff, and maintain high staff utilization.
- Lead and grow a multidisciplinary practice area complementary to GSI’s services.
- Develop long‑range strategic plans, corporate objectives, goals, and budgets.
- Negotiate critical and controversial issues with senior officers of external organizations.
- Supervise and mentor technical staff, ensuring high utilization and professional development.
- Oversee large segments of the company within the candidate’s area of specialization.
- Design and execute sampling plans, conceptual models, and data visualizations for remedial investigations.
- Manage client relationships, serve as primary point of contact, and direct project teams and budgets.
- Conduct independent research, analysis, and provide expert testimony in litigation.
- Collaborate across geographies with experts in multiple GSI offices.
- Participate in conferences, technical presentations, and publications while benefiting from profit‑sharing and flexible work options.
Requirements
advanced degree
pe license
groundwater
remediation
client management
regulatory knowledge
The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in geosciences, engineering, toxicology, or a related field, with 15‑20 years of private‑sector environmental consulting experience. Professional licensure (PE, PG, DABT) and expertise in groundwater, soil, or air contamination, site investigation, remediation, and litigation as an expert witness are required. Strong client management, project budgeting, research, mentoring, communication, and knowledge of federal and state cleanup regulations are also essential.
Benefits
The role offers the chance to join a thriving, growth‑focused firm while taking on a leadership and ownership position in a mid‑size company of over 250 employees. The Principal will drive scientific advancement in toxicology, health sciences, and risk assessment, making a tangible impact on projects and the broader industry.
GSI offers a competitive salary range of $170,000‑$210,000, year‑end bonuses, profit‑sharing, and flexible work options, including remote work. Employees benefit from ownership opportunities, participation in conferences, technical presentations, publications, and a collaborative, supportive atmosphere.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Founded in 1986
Company History
The company was established in Houston as a small technical consultancy.
- GSI Environmental grew into an international firm solving environmental puzzles.
- From its headquarters in Texas, the company tackles projects across multiple continents.
- Renowned for data-driven fieldwork, GSI specializes in groundwater, air, stormwater, and wastewater permitting to support industrial and property development.
- Typical projects include complex site investigations, remediation efforts, and environmental permitting for industrial operations and infrastructure.
- GSI blends hands‑on engineering with advanced hydrologic and toxicological modeling—especially in aquatic science and PFAS impact analysis.
- Its nimble size allows entry into both high‑stakes industrial sites and precise water‑resource modeling, making it a go‑to for regulatory and engineering challenges.
- Despite its lean structure, GSI maintains satellite offices across the U.S. and serves clients on four continents, delivering local expertise with global reach.
Culture + Values
- Exceptional client service
- Technical and regulatory expertise
- Ability to lead complex projects typical of larger firms
- Flexible work environment with optional remote work
- On‑the‑job training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
Environment + Sustainability
- Develops comprehensive GHG inventories covering Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions following GHG Protocol and ISO 14064‑3 standards
- Offers tailored decarbonization strategies and roadmaps with advanced modeling and cost–benefit analyses
- Facilitates access to Renewable Energy Certificates and verified carbon offsets to support net‑zero ambitions
- Supports clients in setting science‑based targets aligned with the Paris Agreement
- Provides life‑cycle analyses and Environmental Product Declarations to quantify environmental impacts
- Net‑zero target for operations not explicitly stated on public website
Inclusion & Diversity
- No publicly available information regarding DEI strategy or gender statistics on website or LinkedIn