Resident Engineer

GFT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Wastewater to join our Construction Services team. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead wastewater projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the field.At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.What you’ll be challenged to do:As a Resident Engineer, you will lead projects consisting of the construction of new and renovation or replacement of wastewater infrastructure including treatment facilities, pump stations, and collection systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and process controls and flood protection. In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:Provide Quality Assurance and technical guidanceReview/Approve monthly pay estimates with ContractorsPrepare/Review correspondence to and from the Contractors and ownerSchedule and oversee testing agenciesOversee maintenance of project recordsFacilitate response to contractor Requests for InformationCoordinate equipment and facility start-up activitiesConduct and/or facilitate construction meetingsCoordinate and manage inspectors and on-site personnelPrepare/Review change order documentsAssist Document Control staff with Contractor schedule compliancePrepare progress reports Prepare Substantial and Final Completion documentsWhat you will bring to our firm:10+ years construction experience with wastewater treatment plantsEffectively and responsively communicate verbally and in writing with all project and team members (i.e., contractors, owners, sub consultants, designers, architects and fellow team members)Experience with various collection and conveyance pipe projectsSkilled at reading and interpreting plans and contract specifications Ability to safely navigate construction work sites with varying and uneven terrain Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions, periodic weekend and night work may be requiredEffectively utilize computer systems and software for documentation and data management like ProcoreRead, analyze and evaluate construction schedulesMust possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hireWhat we prefer you bring:Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline preferredPE Preferred; CCM desirableCompensation:The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $150,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.Featured 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.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 – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.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.Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. Location: Washington DC ; Fairfax ; Richmond ; Lexington ; Baltimore ; Owings Mills ; TowsonCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time#LI-TM1Job SummaryJob ID: 2026-14517Job Category: Construction ManagementEmployment Status: Full-Time