Senior Project Manager, Water at Gannett Fleming in US-VA-Richmond

Job description

• GFT is seeking several Senior Project Managers, Water to join our Water Group in the SouthEast! Candidates can be in Atlanta, Georgia; Raleigh, NC; Charleston, SC; Richmond, VA; Virginia Beach, VA or in Florida!
• Lead impactful projects that improve public health, environmental sustainability, and community resilience.
• Build lasting relationships with municipal clients across the Southeast.
• Influence the growth and direction of a thriving Water practice.
• Mentor talented professionals and shape the next generation of engineering leaders.
• Join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, client service, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• This role will require a collaborative and results-oriented engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership and relationship-building skills. Someone who thrives in a client-focused environment, enjoy developing teams, and is motivated by the opportunity to deliver complex infrastructure projects that make a difference.
• Lead Meaningful Water Infrastructure Projects
• Manage and oversee water, wastewater, and stormwater projects from planning and design through construction.
• Provide technical leadership for engineering design, calculations, permitting, reports, and client presentations.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee construction-phase services and ensure successful project execution in accordance with contract requirements.
• Drive Project Success
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client agreements.
• Monitor project performance, financials, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to achieve project milestones.
• Support the development and implementation of company design and production standards.
• Build Strong Client Partnerships
• Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal and utility district clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with public officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders.
• Lead client communications and help identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen partnerships.
• Contribute to Business Growth
• Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and project budgets.
• Lead responses to RFQs, RFPs, and other client solicitations.
• Support marketing and business development initiatives that drive growth across the Southeast region.
• Represent the firm at industry events, professional organizations, and community activities.
• Mentor and Develop Future Leaders
• Lead, coach, and inspire engineers and technical professionals.
• Support the growth of project managers and emerging leaders.
• Foster a collaborative culture focused on innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelo r of Science degree in civil engineering from an ABET accred i ted college or university.
• Professional Engineer (P . E . ) designation.
• 15 or more years' experience managing substantial water or stormwater projects from conception to completion.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills.
• Successful record of delivering projects on schedule, budget and meeting the client's Ability to provide oversight and guidance of project management fundamentals.

Skills

Required

• Project management skills

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, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• The salary range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.