Water / Wastewater Conveyance Engineer

GFT. • Woodbury, NY

7d • $90,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Engineer to join its Water Team. The position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at one of GFT’s New Jersey offices. The engineer will provide technical leadership and support to a team while managing multiple projects involving water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater systems, and pump/lift stations. The work includes planning, design, construction oversight, construction administration, and preparation of construction documents and specifications for new construction and rehabilitation projects.

The successful candidate will lead projects of varying sizes, deliver high-quality work with a customer-centric approach, and contribute to client relationships and business development. The position involves assessing water, wastewater, and storm system assets; coordinating with other disciplines and project/program managers; managing scope, schedules, budgets, estimates, and project schedules; and preparing engineering calculations, analyses, and complete construction packages.

The role is based in Marlton, East Brunswick, Morristown, or Newark, New Jersey, or New York, New York. Core business hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Employment status is full-time. GFT requires successful completion of a criminal background check for advertised positions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related field of study.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in New Jersey.
• 4–10 years of related experience.
• Experience with design and construction of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, stormwater 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 Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead condition assessment evaluations for water, wastewater, and storm system assets, including large-diameter pipelines and pump/lift stations, using various approaches and technologies.
• Meet established budgets and delivery schedules, including managing project and task scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Work directly with clients to identify needs and provide solutions.
• Lead teams in preparing proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate project execution with other disciplines and the Project/Program Manager.
• Develop design projects of varying sizes from inception to completion.
• Prepare complete construction packages and deliverables for the engineering, procurement, and construction of water/wastewater systems.
• Manage and lead the growth of client relationships.
• Create and manage cost estimates and project schedules, ensuring design tasks are completed within budget and on schedule.
• Lead the preparation of detailed engineering calculations and analyses, and use design software to solve complex issues.
• Provide technical leadership and support to a team of engineers.
• Oversee the planning, design, and construction of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems, as well as pump/lift stations.
• Prepare construction documents and specifications, and manage construction oversight and administration for new construction and rehabilitation projects.

Benefits

• 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.
• Professional development and access to internal and external training programs, with support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

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