Project Environmental Engineer

GAI Consultants Inc

Courtright (WV)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. invites civil/environmental engineers to join its Water & Wastewater practice in Bridgeport, West Virginia, with a hybrid work arrangement.

You will lead municipal projects, mentor junior staff, and coordinate teams from concept through construction. This role requires a PE license and a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree, plus experience in water/sewer design and regulatory coordination.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
PE license and a valid driver's license.
Experience with water and sewer system design, regulatory coordination, construction administration, and bid document preparation.

Responsibilities

Lead project delivery and design for water/wastewater infrastructure from concept through construction.
Manage projects, budgets, schedules, scope, and client relationships.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development and client growth.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client engagement

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Water/Wastewater Infrastructure | Bridgeport, West Virginia | Hybrid

SIGN-ON BONUS RELOCATION ASSISTANCE STRONG PROJECT BACKLOG

Lead meaningful water and wastewater Project and Program Task activities while expanding your influence with clients, project teams, and senior leadership.

Join a growing Water & Wastewater team where you'll lead complex municipal infrastructure projects, mentor emerging engineers, and influence the future of water systems across Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic. With immediate project opportunities, direct client engagement, and strong organizational support, you'll have the platform to make a visible impact from day one.

We are offering a generous Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance for the right candidate.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Meaningful access to business and senior leadership in an approximately 1,100-person company, with regular conversations about career development, continuing education, client service, and advancement.
Authority to guide technical assignments, mentor emerging professionals, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.
Direct client exposure, with opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and develop new municipal and utility clients.
A hybrid work arrangement, sign-on bonus opportunity, relocation assistance, performance-based bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
This role is ideal for licensed Civil Engineers, Environmental Engineers, Water Resources Engineers, Wastewater Engineers, and Project Managers who want to expand their technical leadership responsibilities while developing project management, client relationship, and business development skills through impactful municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 per year. This range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as education, qualifications, relevant experience, licensure, and current skills.

Hybrid scheduling; generous paid time off; seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability
401(k) with company match; performance-based bonus opportunities; sign-on bonus opportunity
Tuition reimbursement; continuing education; professional development; licensing and certification assistance
Paid parental and adoption leave; relocation assistance; Employee Assistance Program

What You Will Do

Lead Project Delivery and Design

Direct solutions for water distribution, wastewater collection and conveyance, pump stations, storage facilities, treatment systems, and rehabilitation programs.
Prepare and oversee calculations, reports, technical specifications, construction documents, bid packages, alternatives analyses, and cost estimates.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects from concept through construction.

Manage Projects and Serve Clients

Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, contractual requirements, and financial performance.
Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal and utility clients through meetings, site visits, stakeholder engagement, and responsive project delivery.
Support proposals, project planning, Capital Improvement Program development, and client growth strategies.

Develop People and the Practice

Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while promoting collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence.
Help expand services with existing clients and build relationships with prospective clients.
Contribute ideas that improve project delivery, team capabilities, and the continued growth of GAI's Water & Wastewater practice.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and a valid driver's license.
Experience with water and sewer system design or rehabilitation, utility permitting and regulatory coordination, construction administration or field support, and preparation of plans, specifications, and bid documents.

Preferred Experience

Pump stations, treatment facilities, distribution systems, collection systems, storage, and conveyance infrastructure.
Leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams and oversight of project delivery.
Client relationship management, proposal development, and business development.

Travel

Local travel within Western Pennsylvania is expected, generally 10% to 15%. Occasional travel within the Mid-Atlantic may be required for project meetings and site visits.

Build the Future of Water Infrastructure with GAI

If you are ready to lead projects, develop people, and make a visible impact on the communities we serve, we would like to hear from you.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore anarray 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 teamthat'scommitted 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