Associate Designer, Water
About The Position
GFT is seeking an Associate Designer, Water to join our Water Team in Richmond, VA. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Richmond, VA location. Joining the water resources 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- 1 year of relevant experience
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain in first 6 months of hire
- Experience with design and upgrades to Water and Wastewater facilities and pump stations
Responsibilities
- Participate in the planning, design and construction administration of water, wastewater, stormwater, and municipal infrastructure facilities/projects
- Conduct site visits, surveys and inspections, and assist with data collection and compilation for utility infrastructure projects
- Review permit applications including Subdivision, Land Development, Grading and Zoning plans, including review and development of Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control plans
- Prepare reports
- Develop design plans, specifications and cost estimates
- Prepare federal, state and local permit applications
- Perform construction observation and field engineering services
- Prepare grant/funding applications
Benefits
- wellness programs
- parental leave
- pet insurance
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
