Senior Water Treatment Plant Project Leader - Hybrid

GFT; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with matching

Job summary

GFT, a leading engineering firm, seeks a Senior Water Treatment Facility Project Manager to join our Water team. This hybrid role requires regular office attendance and focuses on innovative solutions for drinking water treatment, pumping stations, and infrastructure.

You will lead design, hydraulics, and compliance efforts, manage projects from feasibility through construction, and mentor teams while advancing safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering (MS preferred).
• Professional Engineer Licensed (PE) required.
• 15+ years of water discipline experience with water infrastructure design.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Successful track record leading water design and plant facilities projects.
• Progressive experience in evaluation, design, permitting and construction administration of water facilities.

Responsibilities

• System Design: oversee design of water treatment plants and pumping stations, including CAD drawings and equipment selection.
• System Hydraulics: perform hydraulic analysis, pump selections, and evaluate pump performance.
• Compliance and Safety: ensure treated water meets regulatory standards and protects health and environment.
• Project Management: conduct feasibility studies, upgrade infrastructure, manage projects from design to completion, develop cost projections.

Skills

15+ years of water experience

Project management

Water treatment design knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

BS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering (MS preferred)

Job description

GFT, a leading engineering firm, seeks a Senior Water Treatment Facility Project Manager to join our Water team. This hybrid role requires regular office attendance and focuses on innovative solutions for drinking water treatment, pumping stations, and infrastructure.

You will lead design, hydraulics, and compliance efforts, manage projects from feasibility through construction, and mentor teams while advancing safety and regulatory standards.