Water / Wastewater Conveyance Engineer

GFT • Marlton, NJ

5d • 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 and administration, and preparation of construction documents and specifications for new construction and rehabilitation projects.

This role offers the opportunity to lead projects of varying sizes, build client relationships, and help deliver high-quality solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to condition assessments, project planning and budgeting, proposals and presentations, engineering calculations and analyses, and complete construction packages for water and wastewater systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field of study.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in New Jersey.
• 4–10 years of related experience.
• Experience with the design and construction of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, stormwater systems, pipelines, and pump/lift stations.
• Proficiency with CAD, Civil 3D, and Bentley software.
• 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 project and task scope, schedule, and budget.
• 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 small to large design projects 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.
• Oversee planning, design, construction oversight, and administration for water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater systems, and pump/lift stations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

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