Senior Project Engineer

Water/Wastewater Infrastructure | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Hybrid   SIGN-ON BONUS RELOCATION ASSISTANCE STRONG PROJECT BACKLOG Lead meaningful water and wastewater Project and Program Task activities while expanding your influence with clients, project teams, and senior leadership. Join a growing Water & Wastewater team where you'll lead complex municipal infrastructure projects, mentor emerging engineers, and influence the future of water systems across Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic.

With immediate project opportunities, direct client engagement, and strong organizational support, you'll have the platform to make a visible impact from day one. We are offering a generous Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance for the right candidate. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Meaningful access to business and senior leadership in an approximately 1,100-person company, with regular conversations about career development, continuing education, client service, and advancement.

Authority to guide technical assignments, mentor emerging professionals, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction. Direct client exposure, with opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and develop new municipal and utility clients. A hybrid work arrangement, sign-on bonus opportunity, relocation assistance, performance-based bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

This role is ideal for licensed Civil Engineers, Environmental Engineers, Water Resources Engineers, Wastewater Engineers, and Project Managers who want to expand their technical leadership responsibilities while developing project management, client relationship, and business development skills through impactful municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Compensation and Benefits  Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 per year.

This range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as education, qualifications, relevant experience, licensure, and current skills. Work flexibility Hybrid scheduling; generous paid time off; seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday Health and protection Medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability Financial rewards 401(k) with company match; performance-based bonus opportunities; sign-on bonus opportunity Career support Tuition reimbursement; continuing education; professional development; licensing and certification assistance Family and transition support Paid parental and adoption leave; relocation assistance; Employee Assistance Program   What You Will Do  Lead Project Delivery and Design Direct solutions for water distribution, wastewater collection and conveyance, pump stations, storage facilities, treatment systems, and rehabilitation programs.

Prepare and oversee calculations, reports, technical specifications, construction documents, bid packages, alternatives analyses, and cost estimates. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects from concept through construction.   Manage Projects and Serve Clients Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, contractual requirements, and financial performance. Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal and utility clients through meetings, site visits, stakeholder engagement, and responsive project delivery.

Support proposals, project planning, Capital Improvement Program development, and client growth strategies. Develop People and the Practice Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while promoting collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. Help expand services with existing clients and build relationships with prospective clients. Contribute ideas that improve project delivery, team capabilities, and the continued growth of GAI's Water & Wastewater practice.

What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineer