Wastewater Engineer

Job Overview GAI Consultants is seeking a driven Project Engineer to join our high‑performing water team, offering strong growth, leadership exposure, and impactful project work. An ideal candidate has water and sewer systems design and/or rehabilitation experience, permitting, and construction experience, and project bid package development. This role offers a clear path to expand into leadership, gain client exposure, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team delivering meaningful infrastructure solutions. Job Duties Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary teams delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure solutions from planning through construction, including collection and conveyance systems, water distribution networks, pump stations, storage and treatment facilities, and system evaluations, rehabilitation, and renewal and replacement initiatives. Provide technical execution and oversight of design projects including schematic/preliminary design, design development, final design, specifications, permitting, bid‐phase services, and construction contract document production. Direct and manage a project team of engineers and technicians. Lead water/wastewater consulting tasks, including planning, detailed design calculations, alternative analysis and selection, cost estimating, equipment selection, project prioritization, and CIP development. Provide schedule and budget development and management for safety, quality assurance/quality control while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. Mentor and guide junior staff while building your leadership profile and technical expertise. Engage in regular client‑facing interaction with periodic work from client offices and in the field to support collaboration, delivery, and inspection. Travel locally within Allegheny County (10–15%) and occasionally throughout the Mid‑Atlantic and adjacent states for client meetings and project site visits. General Characteristics Use creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to anticipate and solve new problems. Set priorities and reconcile directions from competing interests. Lead project tasks with complex features, performing work directly or via others. Integrate engineering cost and risk analysis into solutions for complex engineering problems. Operate with a sense of urgency and self‑initiative to meet schedules and budgets. Stay current on emerging methods and industry developments, recommending improvements while integrating solutions to complex, cross‑disciplinary challenges. Demonstrate leadership and mentorship skills. Minimum Years of Experience 10+ Years of Experience Education B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Civil or Environmental Engineering Certification / Licensure Professional Engineer (P.E.) License Driver's License Technical Responsibilities Develop standards and guidelines. Lead project task work in the practice in their area of specialization. Guide design efforts within a project and develop design packages for bidding. Develop appropriate design alternatives for complex engineering projects that consider realistic requirements, constraints, community input, permitting, and other regulatory constraints. Integrate advanced concepts to solve complex problems. Project and Task Management Oversee small to mid‑size, or multidiscipline project teams. Implement effective teamwork and leadership. Recommend personnel and funds required to carry out projects. Oversee technical, legal, and financial task issues. Integrate these components into a complete project management plan for engineering projects. Determine project task objectives and requirements. Management Responsibility Receive administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Implement staff development plans within their organizational segment, including technical, management, and leadership skills. Demonstrate financial acumen and familiarity with legal issues related to engineering practice. Communication Skills Possess strong technical writing, verbal communication, and leadership skills working in a dynamic team environment. Provide exceptional negotiation of critical issues and effective persuasive communication to technical and non‑technical audiences. Initiate and maintain extensive contacts with key engineers and officials, or other organizations and companies. Why GAI? GAI offers skilled professionals an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. Benefits Competitive Pay & Recognition Market based, competitive compensation Performance‑driven recognition and development bonuses Comprehensive Health & Wellness Medical, dental, and vision plans Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability Company‑paid life insurance Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources Meaningful Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays An additional floating holiday – use it for what matters to you Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Growth, Learning & Financial Security 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Support and rewards for professional development and certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr