$250,000 - $300,000/yr

Area Leader, NYC Water

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Key Responsibilities

In this role you will lead or support the conceptualization, design and construction administration of water/wastewater infrastructure projects across the region.

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In this role you will lead or support the conceptualization, design and construction administration of water/wastewater infrastructure projects across the region.

 

This represents an excellent career opportunity for a proven self-starter capable of leading medium to large scale projects with a customer-centric mentality with an emphasis on delivery quality at the highest level. 

 

  • →Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s Degree preferred.
  • →15 plus years of experience in the water/wastewater discipline, particularly as a water/wastewater engineer designing studies, plans, and specifications for water and/or wastewater infrastructure (e.g., treatment and collection/distribution projects).
  • →Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey or New York
  • →Experience supporting NYC DEP projects required
  • →Progressive experience in the evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
  • Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, designing, and administering construction of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities, with clients and projects primarily in the region.
  • Engaging in client interactions, delivering presentations, and coordinating project activities.
  • Managing project assignments and tasks across multiple disciplines, including developing and implementing study and design standards, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, and tracking project schedules.
  • Coordinating work activities and communicating with municipalities and governmental regulatory agencies.
  • Overseeing construction contract management and observation services.
  • Staying actively involved in the engineering industry, particularly within the water/wastewater sector.

Nice to Have

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Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

 

What We Offer

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• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.• 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.• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™  GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.  Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

 

Location: New York, NYCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time 

 

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About this job

Pay per year
$250,000–$300,000 a year
303% above the $68,210 median for Other jobs on Jobera (133,430 salaries).
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Posted
November 3, 2026
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Area Leader, NYC Water$250,000 - $300,000