Water/Wastewater Conveyance Engineer

Gannett Fleming; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k)

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Gannett Fleming is seeking a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Engineer to join our team in Denver, Colorado. This role engages in sustainable water management and infrastructure projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction processes.

With a hybrid work model, the successful candidate will lead technical projects, manage budgets, and grow client relationships. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a P.E. license in Colorado are required, alongside 5+ years of relevant experience.

The compensation range is $90,000 - $135,000 with comprehensive benefits including wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience, including design and construction of water distribution systems.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects with a customer-centric mentality.
• Functional experience with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design, and construction of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems.
• Lead condition assessment evaluations for water and wastewater system assets.
• Work directly with clients to identify needs and provide solutions.

Skills

Design and construction of water distribution systems

Proficiency with CAD

Strong communication skills

Technical writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field

P.E license in Colorado

Tools

CAD

Civil 3D

Bentley

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Engineer to join our Water Team in Colorado! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Denver, CO office.

Joining the water team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.

Responsibilities

As a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support to a team of skilled engineers, leveraging your expertise to enhance the team's capabilities while managing multiple projects. In this role, you will oversee the planning, design, and construction of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems, as well as pump/lift stations. You will also prepare construction documents and specifications, and manage construction oversight and administration for both new construction and rehabilitation projects.

This represents an excellent career opportunity for a proven self-starter capable of leading small 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:

• Managing and leading condition assessment evaluations for water, wastewater, and storm system assets, including large diameter pipelines and pump/lift stations, using various approaches and technologies.
• Meeting established budgets and delivery schedules for each assignment, including project/task scope, schedule, and budget.
• Working directly with clients to identify needs and provide solutions, while leading teams in preparing winning proposals and successful presentations.
• Coordinating the execution of projects with other disciplines and the Project/Program Manager.
• Developing small to large design projects from inception to completion.
• Preparing complete construction packages (including all deliverables) for the engineering, procurement, and construction of water/wastewater systems for clients.
• Managing and leading the growth of client relationships.
• Creating and managing cost estimates and project schedules, ensuring design tasks are completed within budget and on schedule.
• Leading the preparation of detailed engineering calculations and analyses, and utilizing design software to solve complex issues.

Education & Experience

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or a related field of study.
• P.E license in Colorado.
• 5+ years of related experience, including:
  • Design and construction of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, storm water systems, pipelines, and pump/lift stations.
• Proficiency with CAD, Civil 3D, and Bentley.
• Strong, clear, and concise written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Functional experience with MS Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project experience with ditch conveyance structures (stormwater, irrigation, or dam discharge pipelines).

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $135,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• 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 GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives 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.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location

Denver, CO

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full‑Time

Application Deadline

5/23/2026