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GFT

Principal Project Manager, Wastewater

GFT, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Overview GFT is seeking a dynamic Principal Engineer/Project Manager with strong technical and project management experience to join our Water/Wastewater practice in Southern California (Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego). Successful candidates will plan, design and construct water/wastewater infrastructure in a dynamic team setting and mentor junior staff.

Base pay range: $180,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr

What You Will Do GFT is seeking a dynamic Principal Engineer/Project Manager offering strong technical and project management experience to join our Water/Wastewater practice in Southern California (Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego). The successful candidate will use their technical and management abilities to plan, design and construct water/wastewater infrastructure in a dynamic team setting as well as to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include:

Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, design and construction administration of municipal wastewater infrastructure facilities.

Client interaction, presentations and project coordination.

Coordinating work activities by various technical staff and consultants, developing and implementing study and design standards, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, tracking project schedules and budgets.

Coordinating work activities and communicating with various municipalities and governmental regulating agencies.

Overseeing construction contract management and observation services

Preparation of reports and permit applications

Supervising and mentoring junior-level engineers

Demonstrating professional technical writing and verbal skills

Education | Experience What You Will Bring To Our Firm

BS in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering or related field

15+ years of experience in water/wastewater discipline, including design of water and/or wastewater infrastructure (study, plans and specifications)

Professional Engineer License in the State of California strongly preferred

Progressive experience in evaluation, design, permitting and construction administration of water and wastewater facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems

Project management experience including budget and schedule monitoring and control

Experience with client relations and business development

Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM preferred

Strong planning, organizational and leadership skills; able to work as a team lead

Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to conduct client presentations and prepare written reports

Compensation The salary range for this position is $180,000 - $230,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Benefits

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 and support of active participation in professional organizations

Incentive compensation for eligible positions

Company Overview GFT is a privately held AEC firm innovating where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships and are the employer of choice for 5,000+ engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. We’re committed to 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.

Legal and Logistics Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT. Local candidates will be given preference. Location: Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego CA - Hybrid. Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Employment Status: Full-Time. Salary Range: $180,000 - $230,000.

California applicants: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable fair chance acts and ordinances. A criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

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