Judith Ibarra-Bianchetta Joins GFT as National One Water Leader, West Water Leader

Ibarra-Bianchetta, a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, is actively engaged in key organizations that are shaping the future of the water industry, including the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the One Water Alliance, the American Water Works Association (AWWA), and the Water Environment Federation (WEF). Her contributions have earned national recognition, including: 

• Top 50 Women Leaders of Los Angeles.
• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Los Angeles Professional Member Award. 
• California Women’s Conference Leadership Excellence Award. 
• Latina Public Service Academy Honoree.
• League of United Latin American Citizens’ Tejano Achiever Professional Achievement Honoree. 

“I am drawn to GFT’s clear sense of purpose – shaping the ‘Infrastructure of Life’ and creating solutions that strengthen communities and improve the quality of life for the people we serve,” said Ibarra-Bianchetta. “GFT’s integrated approach to water, its depth of technical expertise, and its commitment to building trusted client relationships make me excited to join a team that is not only solving today’s water challenges but also building a legacy for future generations.” 

Her addition to the team reflects GFT’s continued investment in strategic growth across the water sector, particularly in One Water and water reuse, critical focus areas for utilities navigating increasing demand, regulatory complexity, and climate variability. 

At GFT, we’re shaping the future of water and wastewater through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. If you’re ready to elevate your career and help deliver the infrastructure of tomorrow, explore our current opportunities.