Senior Water Treatment Plant Project Lead (Hybrid)

Gannett Fleming; Marlton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package (well‑l

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Water Treatment Facility Project Manager to join our Water team. The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our many offices.

The successful candidate will lead design, optimization, and management of systems that treat and transport drinking water, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Requires PE license and 15+ years in water infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering (MS preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• 15+ years of experience in water discipline, designing water infrastructure (treatment and pumping stations).
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Proven track record leading water design and plant facilities projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design of water treatment plants and pumping stations, including detailed CAD drawings and equipment selection.
• Perform hydraulic analysis of existing and new plants, pump stations, and piping systems; select pumps and evaluate performance.
• Ensure treated water meets regulatory standards to protect public health and the environment.
• Lead projects from design to completion, develop cost projections, feasibility studies, and supervise construction or commissioning of new technology.

Skills

Water engineering

Project management

Hydraulic analysis

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD software

Hydraulic modeling

Job description

GFT is seeking a Senior Water Treatment Facility Project Manager to join our Water team. The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our many offices.

The successful candidate will lead design, optimization, and management of systems that treat and transport drinking water, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Requires PE license and 15+ years in water infrastructure projects.