South Florida Design Lead, Water​/Wastewater Engineer

Project Manager - South Florida Design Lead, Water / Wastewater Engineer

We are seeking a South Florida Design Lead – Project Manager in Water / Wastewater to help lead our Water Resources Design Team in Florida.

• Coordinate, participate in, and lead project teams in the planning, design, and construction administration of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities in locations across the Southeast region.
• Collaborate with engineering staff in a delivery‑focused environment, developing and implementing study and design standards for consultants, leading progress meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, and tracking project schedules and budgets.
• Manage Water and Wastewater Treatment Facility Design, including basis of design reports, plans, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, condition assessments, and technical evaluations.
• Communicate and interact regularly with clients and regulating government agencies, including presentations and project coordination.
• Oversee construction contract management and inspection services.
• Supervise and mentor junior and mid‑level engineers.
• Demonstrate professional technical writing and verbal skills.
• Engage within the water/wastewater industry.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater discipline, particularly in designing water and wastewater infrastructure (treatment and collection/distribution projects).
• Professional Engineer License (PE) in Florida.
• Progressive experience in evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing integrated teams with budget and schedule monitoring and control responsibilities.
• Experienced in client relations and business development.

• Master’s Degree (strongly preferred).
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM.
• Leader and team player with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to conduct effective client presentations and report preparation.

Salary range: $140,000 – $180,000, dependent on 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 and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

GFT is a privately held AEC firm that innovates where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge, creating the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships and are the employer of choice for a diverse and talented engineering, planning, and design workforce.

GFT:
Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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.

Tampa, Florida | Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Miami, Florida | West Palm Beach, Florida

Full‑time, Full‑time

Mid‑Senior level.