Sr. Project Engineer, Water

Gannett Fleming; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Wastewater Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and support water and wastewater infrastructure projects across New York and New Jersey. With a hybrid work model and a focus on quality delivery, you will engage with clients, manage project assignments, and contribute to sustainable solutions in the water sector. If you're a self-starter with a passion for engineering and client satisfaction, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity, innovation, and professional growth while making a significant impact on the communities they serve.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Incentive Compensation

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in NJ or NY preferred.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in designing and administering water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Prepare technical reports and permit applications.
• Engage in client interactions and deliver presentations.

Skills

Water/Wastewater Engineering

Project Management

Technical Writing

Client Interaction

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is seeking an experienced Senior Wastewater Engineer with strong technical expertise to join our Water and Environmental Business Group at one of our locations in East Brunswick, NJ, New York, NY, or Woodbury, NY. We offer a hybrid work model and flexible scheduling options.

With decades of experience providing solutions to complex water challenges, Gannett Fleming TranSystems is ranked among top water treatment design firms by ENR. Join us as we continue to provide innovative solutions to address the complexities in water and wastewater treatment.

In this role, you will lead or support the conceptualization, design, and construction administration of water/wastewater infrastructure projects across the region.

This represents an excellent career opportunity for a proven self-starter capable of leading medium to large scale projects with a customer-centric mentality with an emphasis on delivery quality at the highest level. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, designing, and administering construction of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities, with clients and projects primarily in the region.
• Demonstrating flexibility by traveling periodically within the region to support the client base.
• Engaging in client interactions, delivering presentations, and coordinating project activities.
• Managing project assignments and tasks across multiple disciplines, including developing and implementing study and design standards, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, and tracking project schedules.
• Coordinating work activities and communicating with municipalities and governmental regulatory agencies.
• Overseeing construction contract management and observation services.
• Preparing technical reports and permit applications.
• Demonstrating professional technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Staying actively involved in the engineering industry, particularly within the water/wastewater sector.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in the water/wastewater discipline, particularly as a water/wastewater engineer designing studies, plans, and specifications for water and/or wastewater infrastructure (e.g., treatment and collection/distribution projects).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey or New York is preferred.
• 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.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is strongly preferred.
• Strong team player with excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver effective client presentations and prepare detailed written reports.

At Gannett Fleming, 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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity for incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs, and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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: East Brunswick, NJ, New York, NY, or Woodbury, NY

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-11315

Salary Range: $120,000 - 175,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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