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Water/Wastewater Project Lead CM

GAI Consultants Inc.
parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, New York, Poughkeepsie
63 Washington Street (Show on map)
Oct 02, 2026
Description

Water Engineer - Project manager

Water / Wastewater Engineering Albany, NY Full-time

Help build the New York Water Division at Creighton Manning Engineering and Surveying, a GAI Company. You will lead municipal water and wastewater projects for existing clients across Upstate New York, backed by GAI's water and wastewater team.

As the division expands, you can grow into a leadership role with the teamwork of a regional firm and the stability of an established, growing company.




NEW YORK GROWTH



PATH TO LEADERSHIP



SIGN-ON BONUS



What You Will Do



  • Manage pipeline, pump station, storage, and treatment projects from planning through construction.


  • Lead hydraulic modeling, master planning, design, and permitting.


  • Own scope, schedule, budget, and quality.


  • Win new work through proposals, presentations, and client relationships.


  • Hire and mentor junior staff.


Required Qualifications



  • 10+ years of municipal water or wastewater engineering experience.


  • 2+ years as a Project Manager leading multi-discipline teams.


  • Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and hydraulic modeling software.


Preferred Experience



  • 3+ years as engineer of record on water or wastewater projects.


  • Trenchless pipeline design or condition assessment.


  • Client and business development in Upstate New York.


Pay

Albany and Syracuse: $55 to $68 per hour

Poughkeepsie: $59 to $73 per hour

White Plains: $63 to $78 per hour

Benefits






Health



Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance



Time Off



Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and parental leave



Growth



401(k) match, bonuses, tuition, and certification support



Ready to grow New York's water practice? Apply in under five minutes. We respond to every application within 24 hours.

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