Area Leader, NYC Water
About The Position
GFT is seeking an experienced Area Leader, NYC Water to join its Water and Environmental Business Group in New York, NY. The position follows a hybrid work model with flexible scheduling, and requires regularly working from the Manhattan office. The role involves leading or supporting the conceptualization, design, and construction administration of regional water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will lead medium- to large-scale projects with a customer-centric approach and a strong focus on high-quality delivery. The Area Leader will participate in and lead multidisciplinary teams working on municipal and industrial water and wastewater facilities, engage with clients, deliver presentations, coordinate project activities, and communicate with municipalities and regulatory agencies. The role also includes managing assignments across disciplines, developing and implementing study and design standards, leading progress meetings, overseeing schedules and construction contract administration, and staying active in the water and wastewater engineering industry. GFT is a privately held AEC firm with more than 5,000 employees. The company works across transportation, water, power, and buildings, and emphasizes strong client relationships, innovation, and professional development. The position is full-time and based in New York, NY.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- 15 or more years of experience in the water and wastewater discipline, particularly designing studies, plans, and specifications for water and/or wastewater infrastructure.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey or New York.
- Experience supporting NYC DEP projects.
- Progressive experience evaluating, designing, permitting, and administering construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
- Ability to regularly work from the Manhattan office.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead or support the conceptualization, design, and construction administration of regional water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Participate in and lead project teams planning, designing, and administering construction of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities.
- Engage in client interactions, deliver presentations, and coordinate project activities.
- Manage project assignments and tasks across multiple disciplines.
- Develop and implement study and design standards.
- Lead progress meetings, prepare meeting agendas and minutes, and track project schedules.
- Coordinate work activities and communicate with municipalities and governmental regulatory agencies.
- Oversee construction contract management and observation services.
- Stay actively involved in the engineering industry, particularly the water and wastewater sector.
Benefits
- Incentive Bonus Program and incentive compensation for eligible positions.
- Hybrid work environment and flexible scheduling options.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Wellness programs.
- Parental leave.
- Pet insurance.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Professional development, internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
