Gannett Fleming
Provides engineering, architecture, and consulting services for infrastructure and built environments.
Senior Project Manager, Water
Lead design and construction admin of water/wastewater projects in NY region.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role involves leading or supporting the conceptualization, design, and construction administration of municipal and industrial water/wastewater infrastructure projects across the region, requiring client interaction, presentations, and coordination with regulatory agencies. The position demands management of multidisciplinary project assignments, development of study and design standards, progress meetings, schedule tracking, construction contract oversight, and preparation of technical reports and permit applications, while staying actively involved in the engineering industry. • Lead project teams in planning, design, and construction administration of municipal and industrial water/wastewater facilities. • Travel periodically within the region to support clients and coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies. • Conduct client presentations, coordinate project activities, and manage multidisciplinary assignments. • Develop and implement study and design standards, lead progress meetings, and track project schedules. • Oversee construction contract management, observation services, and prepare technical reports and permit applications.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project leadership
- ▸design development
- ▸construction admin
- ▸client coordination
- ▸permit applications
- ▸technical reporting
What You Bring
GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager, Water for its Water and Environmental Business Group in New York, offering a hybrid work model with regular in‑office presence in Manhattan. GFT is a top‑ranked water‑treatment design firm known for innovative solutions to complex water and wastewater challenges. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred), possess 10‑15 years of water/wastewater experience including NYC DEP projects, have a PE license in NJ or NY, and be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Strong teamwork, organizational, and communication skills are essential. • Bachelor’s in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred); PE license in New Jersey or New York. • 10‑15 years of water/wastewater engineering experience, including support of NYC DEP projects. • Experience in evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of treatment plants, pumping stations, and distribution systems. • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. • Strong team player with excellent planning, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸pe license
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸10‑15 yrs
- ▸water engineering
- ▸team player
- ▸nyc dep
Benefits
GFT offers a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits (wellness, parental leave, pet insurance, medical/dental/vision, disability, life), a 401(k) plan, competitive PTO, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and incentive compensation. The firm values innovation across transportation, water, power, and buildings, promoting a culture of collaboration and community impact. Salary range is $140,000‑$175,000 for a full‑time position with core hours of 8 am‑5 pm in New York, NY. GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. • Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment. • Comprehensive benefits: wellness programs, 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 support and training programs. • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Work Environment
Hybrid