Water Resources Project Manager

Water Resources Project Manager at GFT

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Water Resources Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer‑focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project. The position will be responsible for assisting in developing a Water Resources Department and backlog. A flexible/hybrid work environment is applicable to this position, with the reporting office preferably being Fairfax, Richmond or Lexington, Virginia.

Candidates in Maryland will also be considered.

Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

• Generate the scope, schedule and budget parameters for projects
• Lead the execution of projects within the scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead design staff including mentoring and training
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams along aside other technical disciplines
• Identify and resolve issues related to the performance of the project, including the generation of supplemental scope, schedule and budget requests
• Develop and implement QA/QC plans for projects
• Manage subconsultant performance
• Performing business development activities, proposal development, and representing GFT at industry and professional events
• Hiring less‑experienced engineers as needed

Candidate must possess broad knowledge and experience in transportation/design and strong technical skills in highway design for projects in Maryland. Experience with in Virginia or the District of Columbia is a plus.

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Resources Engineering or related field of practice is required. Master’s Degree is a plus.

Registered Virginia, Maryland and/or DC Professional Engineer (PE), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months required.

10+ years’ experience in civil site design, with direct involvement in stormwater management design, storm drain design, erosion and sediment control, hydrologic modeling, permitting and BMP retrofits.

• Experience in watershed water quality assessments, MS4 permitting and/or program development a plus
• Prior experience leading engineering teams highly desired
• Technical experience should include familiarity with roadway, bridge and traffic elements, with the ability to assist in the development of construction documents
• Knowledge of and experience using Micro Station, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• 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.

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