Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
US-DC-Washington D.C.
GF Careers
Req #: 14106
Type: Full-Time
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Responsibilities: GFT is seeking a Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure to join our Water Team! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in any of our offices nationwide. What you'll be challenged to do: We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater capital programs for municipal and utility clients. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, governance, and execution, and brings a strong track record supporting medium- to large-scale Capital Improvement Programs (CIPs). You will serve as a trusted advisor to owners, guiding programs from planning through design and construction, often within diverse delivery models such as progressive design-build. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: * Lead program management services for water and wastewater capital programs ranging from $50M to $2B+ * Lead integrated teams within complex program environments with multiple disciplines and stakeholders * Coordinate with design-builders, contractors, and subconsultants * Serve as Owner's Advisor/Consultant, supporting procurement, design, and construction phases * Develop and implement Program Management Plans (PMPs) including governance, controls, and reporting frameworks * Establish and oversee program controls (cost, schedule, risk, change management, and performance metrics) * Advise clients on delivery strategy (DBB, CMAR, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build) * Drive effective stakeholder engagement including utility leadership, regulators, and community representatives * Support funding strategies including SRF/WIFIA and grant applications * Drive continuous improvement in project delivery, digital solutions (including PMIS and collaborative tools), and reporting systems Qualifications: What you will bring to our firm: * Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field * 15+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and program or project management including 5 years in program or project leadership * Demonstrated experience managing large, complex infrastructure programs * Strong understanding of treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems * Experience with collaborative delivery models (Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, CMAR) * Proven ability to manage program controls, risk, and stakeholder coordination * Professional Engineer (PE) license required What we prefer you bring: * Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field * Associate DBIA or DBIA certification preferred * Professional certification (PgMP, PMP, APM‑PMQ, or equivalent) preferred but not essential. Compensation: The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $280,000. 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.
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