Area Leader, NYC Water

GFT. • New York, NY

7d • $250,000 - $300,000 • Hybrid

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 uses a hybrid work model with flexible scheduling, and requires regular attendance at the Manhattan office. The successful candidate will lead or support the conceptualization, design, and construction administration of regional water and wastewater infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on high-quality delivery and customer service. Projects and clients are primarily in the region.

The role involves leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary assignments, client interactions, regulatory communications, and construction contract management and observation services. The Area Leader is expected to remain actively involved in the water and wastewater engineering industry.

The position is full-time. Core business hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. The stated salary range is $250,000–$300,000, dependent on experience and geographic location, and the position is eligible for the Incentive Bonus Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• At least 15 years of experience in the water/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 go into the Manhattan office.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in teams planning, designing, and administering construction of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities.
• Engage with clients, deliver presentations, and coordinate project activities.
• Manage assignments and tasks across multiple disciplines.
• Develop and implement study and design standards.
• Lead progress meetings, prepare 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.
• Remain actively involved in the engineering industry, particularly in the water and wastewater sector.

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Program eligibility and incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs and parental leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Hybrid work environment and flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior