Water Resources Project Manager

Water Resources Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced, motivated Water Resources Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative team environment and has a customer‑focused mindset. The role focuses on delivering exceptional quality and results on every project, assisting in the development of a Water Resources Department and backlog. A flexible/hybrid work environment is applicable, with the reporting office preferably in Fairfax, Richmond or Lexington, Virginia, and candidates in Maryland considered.

• Generate the scope, schedule and budget parameters for projects.
• Lead the execution of projects within 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.
• Perform business development activities, proposal development, and represent GFT at industry and professional events.
• Hire less‑experienced engineers as needed.

The successful candidate shall have a minimum of 8+ years of progressive design and task management experience in water resources and drainage on transportation and public projects. Experience should consist of overseeing and developing planning, design, and management of water resources‑related design projects including storm water management, storm drain, erosion and sediment control, NPDES stormwater retrofits, Low Impact Development, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, stream restoration, county and state permitting, and construction phase services.

The candidate should possess good technical, leadership, managerial and communication skills, existing client relationships, and the ability to make decisions regarding project development. They should be able to motivate junior design staff and work well in a team environment. The candidate will be responsible for day‑to‑day management and execution of assigned projects, lead and support business development opportunities and financial management of projects.

• Broad knowledge and experience in transportation/design and strong technical skills in highway design for projects in Maryland; experience within 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.
• 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 is 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, dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 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.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

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