As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Senior Highway Project Engineer to support our Transportation group in our East Brunswick, NJ or Marlton, NJ office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our East Brunswick, NJ or Marlton, NJ office.
Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
As a Senior Project Engineer, you’ll lead roadway engineering efforts on complex transportation projects for NJDOT, NJTA, and other area agencies, developing design strategies and technical direction that support safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. You’ll take ownership of design tasks, prepare plans and technical documents, support project management activities, and help ensure projects are delivered on time and to quality standards. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams and provide guidance to junior staff, while continuing to grow your technical expertise and client-facing experience in transportation infrastructure work.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Lead the development of roadway design concepts, criteria, and technical direction on major tasksManage design activities across multiple disciplines, coordinating with bridge, transit, environmental, geotechnical, and civil/site teams as neededPrepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and estimates, including roadway geometry, grading, drainage, maintenance and protection of traffic, and other key elementsReview technical deliverables for quality and accuracy (QA/QC)Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and task oversightSupport proposal development including scope, approach, and cost estimatesManage task order projects in a client-facing capacityInterface with clients to provide technical solutions and ensure project satisfactionAssist with permitting coordination and submissionsParticipate in local professional societies and industry groupsMaintain project budgets and schedules, and track task progress across concurrent assignmentsWhat you'll bring to our firm:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringPE license in New Jersey or ability to obtain through reciprocity within one year10–12 years of highway and roadway design experience with increasing responsibilityProficient in MicroStation, OpenRoads, and Microsoft OfficeNJDOT or NJTA design experienceStrong highway design skills with the ability to train and mentor junior staffExperience in staff supervision and project coordinationExperience preparing submittals and coordinating with permitting agenciesStrong verbal and written communication skills, including client presentation experienceWhat we prefer you bring:
Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3DNew Jersey client relationshipsCompensation:
The range for this position is salary range is $135,000-$155,000. 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 organizationsIncentive compensation for eligible positions 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: East Brunswick, NJ or Marlton, NJCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
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