Joining the dams and hydraulics 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.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Senior Civil / Geotechnical Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

As a Senior Project Civil / Site Engineer, you will provide civil/site design assistance for a wide variety of public (federal/state/municipal) and private (commercial and recreational) sector projects, including reservoirs, dams, levees and canals. The scale and specialized nature of these projects carry some unique challenges; however, they frequently incorporate civil/site design features that are common to other land development projects such as buildings, roads, parking facilities, utilities, and stormwater facilities. You will also perform routine assignments which are clearly defined and require the application of standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

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

Serving as project manager or lead engineer for multidiscipline projects directing and coordinating design efforts and delegating tasks and performing quality control reviews of in-progress and completed deliverables including drawings and specifications.
Preparing conceptual and design drawings for projects working with Senior Designers and Engineers using Autodesk Civil 3D.
Developing drawings in compliance with company and client CAD standards, processes, and protocols. Navigating and utilizing online project document control system (e.g., ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud).
Preparing plan/profiles, grading, cross-sections, profiles, alignments, drainage, etc.
Preparing comprehensive stormwater management designs and reports.
Preparing plan details and outlines, technical specifications, studies and reports, and cost estimates.
Gathering and recording information to be used for cost estimating.
Reviewing vendor drawings to assure compliance with specifications.
Performing field tests and measurements, collects field data.
Interfacing with clients to gather information and present deliverables.
Leading or assisting with preparation of technical and cost proposals.

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

BS in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) License is required
8-15 years of Civil/Site experience required
Experience managing daily workload for small to mid-size Civil/Site teams
Experience preparing proposals, invoicing and tracking budgets
General knowledge of typical land development approval processes including site design and grading, stormwater management and E&S design, and NPDES permitting.
Progressive experience in the evaluation, design, permitting and construction administration of Civil/Site design features

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $95,000 - $148,000. 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.

Company Overview

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 GFT.

_Location: Remote

Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM

Employment Status: Full-time

Salary Range: $95,000 - $148,000 per year.

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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