Water Resources Engineer

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. Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Preparation of Design Development Documents and Reports, Design Plans and technical Specifications
• Direct and participate in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, storm sewer analysis, stormwater engineering design, drainage planning, and groundwater analyses.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using a variety of techniques and models (e.g., CivilStorm, GeoStorm, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, XP-SWMM, PondPack , StormCad etc .).
• Analyze water quality data to include water quality monitoring plans and reports, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, BMPs, erosion control plans and other civil infrastructure design.
• Analyze and interpret data and prepare written reports
• Ability to interact with our clients and work on cross-functional teams
• Assist with oversight of team members and client management.
• Formulate and solve problems
• May design a complete project , or system component, and prepare complete project documents
• Assist with ensuring that project documents are consistent with project plans and within project scope and budget

What you'll bring to our firm:

• B.S. Degree or higher in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related Engineering field), with emphasis in water resources.
• 1-5 years Civil Engineering and water resources-related experience.
• Direct knowledge of permitting requirements for SCDOT/SCDES/USACE preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of hydrology and open channel hydraulics.
• Knowledge/experience in Stormwater Management
• Proficiency in Hydrologic computer modeling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to company vehicle for inspection work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD.
• 401(k) company match.
• Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay.

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™

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 Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Charleston, SC

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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