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GFT is seeking a Team Leader/Project Manager - Roadway Engineering to join our Transportation Team in Kansas City, MO! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Kansas City, MO office. We are willing to relocate someone from Kansas, Iowa, or Nebraska.
Working on the Transportation 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 Transportation projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll be challenged to do:
GFT is seeking an emerging or established engineering leader with experience in roadway engineering and project management. This role has opportunity to grow from a technical focus into management and business-related functions. This role will be responsible for the design and preparation of plan submittals related to highway and arterial roadway design, complex intersection design, local roadways, site design, bridge replacement/rehabilitation, traffic design, drainage design for MoDOT, KDOT, NDOT and Iowa DOT and other various DOTs and municipal agencies.
Project Management
- Perform project management and engineering tasks related to the planning and design of transportation facilities such as freeways, arterials, intersections, railroad and drainage.
- Be part of a Design Team that produces plans, specifications, cost estimates and schedules for transportation construction projects.
- Duties include oversight and preparation of engineering reports, engineering calculations and analysis and furnishing technical documentation for design projects.
- Work tasks generally pertain to planning and design functions for highways, arterials, traffic, drainage and site design.
- Attendance at meetings and interaction with clients should be expected.
- Effective written and oral communication skills are imperative.
- Oversees project delivery by providing direction and oversight to project team members for the completion of technical efforts including roadway, traffic, drainage and site design projects and reports.
- Answer any questions and reviews shop drawings during the construction phase of the project.
Oversee Team Members
- Support and develop team members
- Schedule regular status meetings / in-person meetings with team members
- Develop/Manage labor projections for the team
- Facilitate resourcing for the team
- Review/Oversee project budgets
- QA/QC – Work with team members to ensure quality expectations are being met.
- Develop contingency and team member transitions plans, identify successors and provide mentorship.
- Communicate timely and effectively with their Division Leader, Area Business Manager and other Leaders within the Area.
Employee Management
- Ensure focus on creating a work environment that retains top talent, creates development opportunities for employees, communicates performance concerns, mentors, supports positive morale, and strategically acquires new talent.
Financial Responsibilities
- Lead the project management of projects both technically and financially to meet the clients’ expectations in completing quality projects on-time and on budget.
- Work with team members on project performance.
- Work with Business Manager for PM meetings. Review At-Risk projects.
- Manage / optimize utilization – review / discuss and resolve any utilization issues with team members.
Business Development
- Develop/Maintain Client relationships
- Proposals / RFQ’s – Go/No Go.
- Client Service Team Meetings – Provide input and support where needed.
Coordination with others
- Work with Division Leader to ensure optimal utilization / workload by sharing work as necessary across multiple teams.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in the Civil engineering field required.
- Minimum of 8 years professional roadway engineering experience.
- Registered as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in Missouri or Kansas.
- Professional experience in design and preparation of plan submittals related to highway and arterial roadway design, complex intersection design, local roadways, site design, bridge replacement/rehabilitation, traffic design, drainage design for MoDOT, KDOT, NDOT and Iowa DOT and other various DOTs and municipal agencies.
- Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and various engineering software systems depending on engineering discipline: OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil3D; Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
What we prefer you bring:
- A minimum of 10 years design experience.
- Experience leading a team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $185,000. 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.
LOCATION
Location: Kansas City, MO
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
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 GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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INTRODUCTION
GFT is seeking a Team Leader/Project Manager - Roadway Engineering to join our Transportation Team in Kansas City, MO! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Kansas City, MO office. We are willing to relocate someone from Kansas, Iowa, or Nebraska.
Working on the Transportation 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 Transportation projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll be challenged to do:
GFT is seeking an emerging or established engineering leader with experience in roadway engineering and project management. This role has opportunity to grow from a technical focus into management and business-related functions. This role will be responsible for the design and preparation of plan submittals related to highway and arterial roadway design, complex intersection design, local roadways, site design, bridge replacement/rehabilitation, traffic design, drainage design for MoDOT, KDOT, NDOT and Iowa DOT and other various DOTs and municipal agencies.
Project Management
- Perform project management and engineering tasks related to the planning and design of transportation facilities such as freeways, arterials, intersections, railroad and drainage.
- Be part of a Design Team that produces plans, specifications, cost estimates and schedules for transportation construction projects.
- Duties include oversight and preparation of engineering reports, engineering calculations and analysis and furnishing technical documentation for design projects.
- Work tasks generally pertain to planning and design functions for highways, arterials, traffic, drainage and site design.
- Attendance at meetings and interaction with clients should be expected.
- Effective written and oral communication skills are imperative.
- Oversees project delivery by providing direction and oversight to project team members for the completion of technical efforts including roadway, traffic, drainage and site design projects and reports.
- Answer any questions and reviews shop drawings during the construction phase of the project.
Oversee Team Members
- Support and develop team members
- Schedule regular status meetings / in-person meetings with team members
- Develop/Manage labor projections for the team
- Facilitate resourcing for the team
- Review/Oversee project budgets
- QA/QC – Work with team members to ensure quality expectations are being met.
- Develop contingency and team member transitions plans, identify successors and provide mentorship.
- Communicate timely and effectively with their Division Leader, Area Business Manager and other Leaders within the Area.
Employee Management
- Ensure focus on creating a work environment that retains top talent, creates development opportunities for employees, communicates performance concerns, mentors, supports positive morale, and strategically acquires new talent.
Financial Responsibilities
- Lead the project management of projects both technically and financially to meet the clients’ expectations in completing quality projects on-time and on budget.
- Work with team members on project performance.
- Work with Business Manager for PM meetings. Review At-Risk projects.
- Manage / optimize utilization – review / discuss and resolve any utilization issues with team members.
Business Development
- Develop/Maintain Client relationships
- Proposals / RFQ’s – Go/No Go.
- Client Service Team Meetings – Provide input and support where needed.
Coordination with others
- Work with Division Leader to ensure optimal utilization / workload by sharing work as necessary across multiple teams.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in the Civil engineering field required.
- Minimum of 8 years professional roadway engineering experience.
- Registered as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in Missouri or Kansas.
- Professional experience in design and preparation of plan submittals related to highway and arterial roadway design, complex intersection design, local roadways, site design, bridge replacement/rehabilitation, traffic design, drainage design for MoDOT, KDOT, NDOT and Iowa DOT and other various DOTs and municipal agencies.
- Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and various engineering software systems depending on engineering discipline: OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil3D; Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
What we prefer you bring:
- A minimum of 10 years design experience.
- Experience leading a team.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $185,000. 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.
LOCATION
Location: Kansas City, MO
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
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 GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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Does GFT sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Program Managers?
Yes, GFT sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Program Manager roles. The company operates in technology and software services for financial institutions, a sector that regularly requires specialized technical program management talent. If you're in cap-subject status, GFT would file your H-1B petition with USCIS, covering the Labor Condition Application through the DOL and the I-129 petition on your behalf.
How do I apply for Engineering Program Manager jobs at GFT?
Apply directly through GFT's careers portal or use Migrate Mate to browse and filter their open Engineering Program Manager roles by sponsorship availability. Before applying, align your application to GFT's core delivery areas in banking and financial technology. During the process, be transparent about your visa status early so the hiring team can confirm sponsorship eligibility before extending an offer.
Which visa types are commonly used for Engineering Program Manager roles at GFT?
H-1B is the primary visa pathway for Engineering Program Manager roles at GFT. This classification applies because the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant technical degree. If you hold TN eligibility as a Canadian or Mexican national, that may be an alternative path. Green Card sponsorship through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories is possible after an extended tenure, typically following PERM labor certification.
What qualifications and experience does GFT expect for Engineering Program Manager candidates?
GFT typically looks for a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or information systems, since this directly supports the specialty occupation requirement in an H-1B petition. Beyond the degree, practical experience managing cross-functional software delivery programs in financial services or regulated industries strengthens your application considerably. Familiarity with agile frameworks and cloud platform delivery is a consistent expectation across their open roles.
How do I time my H-1B sponsorship process when accepting an offer from GFT?
If you require a cap-subject H-1B, GFT must register you during the annual lottery window in March, with USCIS accepting petitions from April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're currently on OPT, your 60-day grace period and STEM extension eligibility directly affect how much runway you have. Discuss your status expiration date with GFT's HR or immigration counsel as early as the offer stage to align your start date with USCIS processing timelines.
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