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GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Track Civil Engineering/Project Manager Lead for our Facility & Industrial Group within our Transportation Practice.
This role would require an individual to have project management experience with large multi-discipline freight developments and expansions. It would also require leading and supporting the growth of the group supporting facility & Industrial freight developments through GFT’s national practice. With this being a national practice position, the individual could office out of one of our many existing office locations, and/or work remote as well.
With the continued growth of our freight facility & industrial practice, this role is set up to build with utilizing current staff and bringing in new staff. This position will be supported by the national freight & rail lead, along with the other group leads within the practice.
As part of a national practice team of freight, rail, and civil specialists, you will provide professional services to Freight and Industrial clients across North America. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering project excellence, cultivating strong client relationships, and mentoring staff to foster technical and professional growth.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:
- Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic guidance and leadership to ensure the successful delivery of freight facility & industrial infrastructure projects.
- Client Management: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
- Technical Leadership: Utilizing experience in managing multi-discipline facility and industrial projects from conceptual development through final design and construction. Have the ability to think through and provide alternative ideas and solutions to project issues and appropriately communicating directly with the client and/or the contractor through the process.
- Detailed Design Lead: Coordinate and lead the development of freight served facility detailed designs.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Oversee collaboration between all disciplines of the project including track, civil, drainage, utilities, process, MEP, and structural teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
- Quality Assurance and Control: Review project submittals for accuracy, compliance with standards, and technical quality. Coordinate the review process with the other project disciplines.
- Project Management: Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope development, schedule adherence, cost control, and risk management.
- Team Mentorship: Mentor, develop, and build staff, fostering growth in technical and project management capabilities.
- Proposal Development: Lead and contribute to the preparation of technical and financial proposals for new business opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil Engineering preferred) from an accredited university, or 15+ years of experience with freight facility & industry developments.
- Proven expertise in railroad served facility design & developments.
- Extensive experience with design and construction project delivery and client-facing roles.
- Strong understanding of track and overall site design multiple disciplines.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of key railroad codes and standards, including AREMA, and other relevant industry guidelines.
- Ability to analyze complex data sets related to track performance and maintenance.
- Experience with MicroStation/Bentley ORD, and related software is an asset.
- Strong skills in preparing technical reports, design summaries, and documentation to support project deliverables and stakeholder communications.
- Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to effectively plan, execute, and monitor project progress.
- Knowledge of Agency Codes and Standards, along with railroad client standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver results under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
- Desire to build and grow a team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $225,000 - $250,000. 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.
ABOUT GFT
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.
EEO STATEMENT
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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 of GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
LOCATION
Location: Nationwide
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
SALARY RANGE
$225,000 - $250,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
APPLICANTS IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
APPLICANTS IN THE CITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
APPLICANTS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
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INTRODUCTION
GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Track Civil Engineering/Project Manager Lead for our Facility & Industrial Group within our Transportation Practice.
This role would require an individual to have project management experience with large multi-discipline freight developments and expansions. It would also require leading and supporting the growth of the group supporting facility & Industrial freight developments through GFT’s national practice. With this being a national practice position, the individual could office out of one of our many existing office locations, and/or work remote as well.
With the continued growth of our freight facility & industrial practice, this role is set up to build with utilizing current staff and bringing in new staff. This position will be supported by the national freight & rail lead, along with the other group leads within the practice.
As part of a national practice team of freight, rail, and civil specialists, you will provide professional services to Freight and Industrial clients across North America. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering project excellence, cultivating strong client relationships, and mentoring staff to foster technical and professional growth.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:
- Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic guidance and leadership to ensure the successful delivery of freight facility & industrial infrastructure projects.
- Client Management: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
- Technical Leadership: Utilizing experience in managing multi-discipline facility and industrial projects from conceptual development through final design and construction. Have the ability to think through and provide alternative ideas and solutions to project issues and appropriately communicating directly with the client and/or the contractor through the process.
- Detailed Design Lead: Coordinate and lead the development of freight served facility detailed designs.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Oversee collaboration between all disciplines of the project including track, civil, drainage, utilities, process, MEP, and structural teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
- Quality Assurance and Control: Review project submittals for accuracy, compliance with standards, and technical quality. Coordinate the review process with the other project disciplines.
- Project Management: Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope development, schedule adherence, cost control, and risk management.
- Team Mentorship: Mentor, develop, and build staff, fostering growth in technical and project management capabilities.
- Proposal Development: Lead and contribute to the preparation of technical and financial proposals for new business opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil Engineering preferred) from an accredited university, or 15+ years of experience with freight facility & industry developments.
- Proven expertise in railroad served facility design & developments.
- Extensive experience with design and construction project delivery and client-facing roles.
- Strong understanding of track and overall site design multiple disciplines.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of key railroad codes and standards, including AREMA, and other relevant industry guidelines.
- Ability to analyze complex data sets related to track performance and maintenance.
- Experience with MicroStation/Bentley ORD, and related software is an asset.
- Strong skills in preparing technical reports, design summaries, and documentation to support project deliverables and stakeholder communications.
- Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to effectively plan, execute, and monitor project progress.
- Knowledge of Agency Codes and Standards, along with railroad client standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver results under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
- Desire to build and grow a team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $225,000 - $250,000. 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.
ABOUT GFT
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.
EEO STATEMENT
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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 of GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
LOCATION
Location: Nationwide
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
SALARY RANGE
$225,000 - $250,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
APPLICANTS IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
APPLICANTS IN THE CITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
APPLICANTS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
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Align your credentials to GFT's technical scope
GFT operates at the intersection of technology and infrastructure, so frame your civil engineering credentials around project delivery in tech-adjacent environments. Highlight experience with data center construction, fiber infrastructure, or facilities projects rather than traditional public works.
Confirm your degree satisfies specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Civil Project Engineer role. A degree in civil, structural, or construction engineering clears this bar cleanly. Mechanical or general engineering degrees may require additional documentation to establish that nexus.
Target GFT roles with active project pipelines
GFT posts Civil Project Engineer openings tied to specific program phases. Prioritize applications when a role lists active deliverables or named projects, since these positions are more likely to convert to H-1B sponsorship than exploratory or backfill postings.
Browse open Civil Project Engineer positions on Migrate Mate
GFT's sponsorship history for this role is already tracked and surfaced on Migrate Mate, so you can filter and apply to live openings without manually researching each posting's visa eligibility.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
During later-round interviews, confirm directly whether GFT will file a cap-subject H-1B petition or a cap-exempt one. If you're currently on OPT, verify the timeline against your OPT expiration and the April 1 filing window to avoid a gap in work authorization.
Prepare your Labor Condition Application documentation early
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before the H-1B petition, and GFT's HR team will need your work location and job duties confirmed. Have your official job description, work site address, and offer letter details finalized before the LCA is submitted to avoid delays.
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Does GFT sponsor H-1B visas for Civil Project Engineers?
Yes, GFT has sponsored H-1B visas for Civil Project Engineer roles. The H-1B is the primary work visa pathway for this position, since civil engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines. GFT's technology and infrastructure focus means sponsorship decisions are typically tied to active project need rather than blanket hiring volume.
How do I apply for Civil Project Engineer jobs at GFT?
You can browse and apply for Civil Project Engineer positions at GFT directly through Migrate Mate, which surfaces open roles with confirmed sponsorship history. Once you identify a relevant posting, apply through GFT's careers portal and indicate your visa sponsorship requirements early in the process to avoid late-stage mismatches.
Which visa types are commonly used for Civil Project Engineer roles at GFT?
The H-1B is the primary visa category used for Civil Project Engineers at GFT. Civil engineering consistently meets the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to H-1B petitions. If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer will need to file the H-1B petition before April 1 for an October 1 start date.
What qualifications does GFT expect for Civil Project Engineer roles?
GFT typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, structural, or construction engineering, along with demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, and cross-functional coordination. Given GFT's technology sector footprint, familiarity with infrastructure projects in data center, commercial, or telecommunications environments strengthens your application considerably.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing H-1B sponsorship through GFT?
The H-1B cap registration window opens in March, with USCIS selecting registrations before April 1 petitions are filed. If selected, employment on H-1B status begins October 1. If you're on OPT, confirm your expiration date against this timeline. Cap-gap protections can extend F-1 status if your OPT expires between April and September 30.
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