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Water Resources Engineer
role at
GFT .
GFT is seeking a
Water Resources Engineer
to join our Transportation Team in
Charleston, SC ! This role follows a
hybrid work model , requiring regular attendance at our Charleston, SC office.
Joining the water resources team at
GFT
means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.
What You'll Be Challenged To Do Join our Water Resources team, an integral part of our broader Transportation Design group. Our team is involved in a diverse range of roadway projects including new roadway construction, widening and modernization of existing corridors, bridge and culvert replacements, intersection and interchange improvements, as well as bike/pedestrian paths, greenways, and sidewalk enhancements. Beyond transportation projects, the Water Resources group also supports initiatives in planning, environmental studies, and land development especially where floodplain management expertise is critical. These projects present opportunities to broaden professional experience and grow within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
You’ll work closely with planners, engineers, designers, traffic specialists, surveyors, and structural teams to develop design plans for a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Responsibilities
Serve as a Water Resources Engineer on multidisciplinary teams, contributing technical expertise to transportation, land development, and planning projects.
Conduct field reconnaissance and site assessments to document hydrologic and hydraulic conditions, identify design constraints, and collect data for modeling and analysis.
Develop hydraulic designs for bridges, culverts, stormwater systems, and floodplain crossings using software such as HEC-RAS, GeoPak, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer (ORD). Compute flow rates, perform hydraulic modeling, and analyze water surface elevations.
Design stormwater drainage systems and erosion and sediment control plans in accordance with local, state (e.g., SCDOT), and federal regulations. Select BMPs, prepare drainage area maps, and complete calculations for pipes, channels, basins, and outlet structures.
Prepare high-quality design documents including plan sets, profiles, cross-sections, details, specifications, quantity estimates, and construction cost estimates.
Write and assemble technical reports and permit submittals for review and approval by regulatory agencies such as SCDOT, FEMA, and local municipalities.
Participate in internal and external project meetings to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, present findings, address technical issues, and provide project updates.
Liaise with clients, permitting agencies, and review authorities to ensure compliance with standards and facilitate approvals.
Contribute to project planning by assisting in scope, schedules, budgets, and identifying risks and mitigation strategies related to water resources components.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, review their work, and support professional development.
Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in South Carolina.
3–6 years of Water Resources experience.
Experience in design of Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.
Familiarity with hydraulic design standards and practices for SCDOT projects.
Collaborative mindset that values diverse perspectives and encourages learning from peers.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity, fostering a welcoming workplace for all employees, partners, and clients.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $86,000–$130,000, dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits 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 PTO accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development and support for participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview 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 and are the employer of choice for 5,000+ engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
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:
Charleston, SC
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $86,000–$130,000
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Civil Engineering, Transportation, and Planning
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Water Resources Engineer
role at
GFT .
GFT is seeking a
Water Resources Engineer
to join our Transportation Team in
Charleston, SC ! This role follows a
hybrid work model , requiring regular attendance at our Charleston, SC office.
Joining the water resources team at
GFT
means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.
What You'll Be Challenged To Do Join our Water Resources team, an integral part of our broader Transportation Design group. Our team is involved in a diverse range of roadway projects including new roadway construction, widening and modernization of existing corridors, bridge and culvert replacements, intersection and interchange improvements, as well as bike/pedestrian paths, greenways, and sidewalk enhancements. Beyond transportation projects, the Water Resources group also supports initiatives in planning, environmental studies, and land development especially where floodplain management expertise is critical. These projects present opportunities to broaden professional experience and grow within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
You’ll work closely with planners, engineers, designers, traffic specialists, surveyors, and structural teams to develop design plans for a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Responsibilities
Serve as a Water Resources Engineer on multidisciplinary teams, contributing technical expertise to transportation, land development, and planning projects.
Conduct field reconnaissance and site assessments to document hydrologic and hydraulic conditions, identify design constraints, and collect data for modeling and analysis.
Develop hydraulic designs for bridges, culverts, stormwater systems, and floodplain crossings using software such as HEC-RAS, GeoPak, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer (ORD). Compute flow rates, perform hydraulic modeling, and analyze water surface elevations.
Design stormwater drainage systems and erosion and sediment control plans in accordance with local, state (e.g., SCDOT), and federal regulations. Select BMPs, prepare drainage area maps, and complete calculations for pipes, channels, basins, and outlet structures.
Prepare high-quality design documents including plan sets, profiles, cross-sections, details, specifications, quantity estimates, and construction cost estimates.
Write and assemble technical reports and permit submittals for review and approval by regulatory agencies such as SCDOT, FEMA, and local municipalities.
Participate in internal and external project meetings to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, present findings, address technical issues, and provide project updates.
Liaise with clients, permitting agencies, and review authorities to ensure compliance with standards and facilitate approvals.
Contribute to project planning by assisting in scope, schedules, budgets, and identifying risks and mitigation strategies related to water resources components.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, review their work, and support professional development.
Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in South Carolina.
3–6 years of Water Resources experience.
Experience in design of Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.
Familiarity with hydraulic design standards and practices for SCDOT projects.
Collaborative mindset that values diverse perspectives and encourages learning from peers.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity, fostering a welcoming workplace for all employees, partners, and clients.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $86,000–$130,000, dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits 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 PTO accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development and support for participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview 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 and are the employer of choice for 5,000+ engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
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:
Charleston, SC
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $86,000–$130,000
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Civil Engineering, Transportation, and Planning
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