Senior Wastewater Engineer / Project Manager

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Wastewater Engineer/Project Manager to join their dynamic Water team. This full-time role involves leading the planning, design, and construction of water/wastewater infrastructure while mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will engage in client relations and project management, ensuring quality and profitability. With a commitment to innovation and social responsibility, this firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs and professional development opportunities. Join a team that values diversity and is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering required.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in planning and designing water/wastewater facilities.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers while managing client interactions.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relations

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master's in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

What You Will Do:

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is seeking a Senior Wastewater Engineer / Project Manager to join our Water team in Washington, D.C.! This role requires full-time attendance at a client site in Washington D.C.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

In this role you will use your technical and management abilities to plan, design and construct water/wastewater infrastructure in a dynamic team setting as well as to mentor junior staff.

You will support business development activities and provide project management leadership of integrated teams to satisfy client requirements, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality while increasing our backlog, project revenue and profitability with current and new clients.

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

• Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, design and construction administration of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities. Clients and projects may be in any locations in the Mid-Atlantic regions. Candidate must have the flexibility to travel within the region periodically to help serve GF’s client base.
• Client interaction, presentations and project coordination.
• Coordinating work activities by various technical staff and consultants including developing and implementing study and design standards for consultants to follow, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, tracking project schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinating work activities and communicating with various municipalities and governmental regulating agencies.
• Oversee construction contract management and observation services.
• Preparation of reports and permit applications.
• Supervise and mentor junior-level engineers.
• Demonstrate professional technical writing and verbal skills.
• Involvement in the engineering industry in general and especially in the water/wastewater industry.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 10 + years of experience required in water/wastewater discipline, particularly as a water/wastewater engineer designing (study, plans and specifications) water and/or wastewater infrastructure (i.e. treatment and collection/distribution projects).
• Professional Engineer License (PE).
• Progressive experience in the evaluation, design, permitting and construction administration of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
• Demonstrated project management experience including budget and schedule monitoring and control responsibilities.
• Experienced in client relations and business development.
• Leader and team player possessing strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation.

What we prefer you bring:

• MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM is preferred.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $120,000 - $180,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• 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 Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems 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.

Location: Washington, D.C.
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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