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As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer / Project Manager to support our Transportation group in New York. This role follows hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Woodbury, NY or New York, NY offices.
Working on the roadway / traffic 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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Senior Traffic Engineer / Project Manager, you will lead traffic engineering and design efforts on a variety of transportation projects throughout New York City and Long Island. You will play a key role in the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of traffic and transportation improvements while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, agency stakeholders, and project managers.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing technical tasks, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions that improve mobility, safety, and operational efficiency for clients including NYSDOT, NYCDOT, MTA, and local municipalities. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Lead traffic engineering and traffic design tasks from project initiation through final design and construction support.
- Perform and oversee operational analyses and simulations using Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, Highway Capacity Software (HCS), and other traffic analysis tools.
- Prepare and review technical memoranda, traffic impact studies, operational analyses, traffic forecasting studies, and engineering recommendations.
- Apply the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), NYSDOT and NYCDOT standards, and other applicable guidelines to leading with signing and striping design, signal warrant studies and maintenance and protection of traffic (MPT/MOT) plans.
- Lead and review the development of traffic signal plans, including phasing, timing, detection, communications/interconnect systems, controller specifications, and signal warrant analyses.
- Interface with clients, agency reviewers, and project stakeholders during project development, design reviews, and public outreach activities.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Support project managers with scope development, scheduling, budget management, and proposal preparation.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable federal, state, and local standards, policies, and engineering best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you'll bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in New York, or ability to obtain reciprocity within six months.
- 8–12 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic engineering, traffic signal design, and transportation design.
- Demonstrated experience leading traffic design and traffic engineering tasks for NYSDOT, NYCDOT, MTA, or other public-sector transportation agencies.
- Strong experience in traffic operations analysis, traffic impact studies, and traffic signal design.
- Experience preparing contract plans, specifications, estimates, and supporting construction documentation.
- Proficiency with MicroStation, ProjectWise, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS, and related traffic analysis software.
- Working knowledge of transportation design standards, MUTCD requirements, and agency design manuals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to independently manage technical assignments and oversee the work of junior staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- PTOE certification or ability to obtain in 1 year.
- Familiarity with NYSDOT Highway Design Manual, Traffic Signal Design Manual, MUTCD, ADA/PROWAG requirements, and ITE methodologies.
- ITS, traffic management systems, or transportation technology experience.
COMPENSATION
- The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $165,000; 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: Woodbury, NY or New York, NY
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time
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 of GFT.
INTRODUCTION
As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer / Project Manager to support our Transportation group in New York. This role follows hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Woodbury, NY or New York, NY offices.
Working on the roadway / traffic 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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Senior Traffic Engineer / Project Manager, you will lead traffic engineering and design efforts on a variety of transportation projects throughout New York City and Long Island. You will play a key role in the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of traffic and transportation improvements while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, agency stakeholders, and project managers.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing technical tasks, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions that improve mobility, safety, and operational efficiency for clients including NYSDOT, NYCDOT, MTA, and local municipalities. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Lead traffic engineering and traffic design tasks from project initiation through final design and construction support.
- Perform and oversee operational analyses and simulations using Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, Highway Capacity Software (HCS), and other traffic analysis tools.
- Prepare and review technical memoranda, traffic impact studies, operational analyses, traffic forecasting studies, and engineering recommendations.
- Apply the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), NYSDOT and NYCDOT standards, and other applicable guidelines to leading with signing and striping design, signal warrant studies and maintenance and protection of traffic (MPT/MOT) plans.
- Lead and review the development of traffic signal plans, including phasing, timing, detection, communications/interconnect systems, controller specifications, and signal warrant analyses.
- Interface with clients, agency reviewers, and project stakeholders during project development, design reviews, and public outreach activities.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Support project managers with scope development, scheduling, budget management, and proposal preparation.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable federal, state, and local standards, policies, and engineering best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you'll bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in New York, or ability to obtain reciprocity within six months.
- 8–12 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic engineering, traffic signal design, and transportation design.
- Demonstrated experience leading traffic design and traffic engineering tasks for NYSDOT, NYCDOT, MTA, or other public-sector transportation agencies.
- Strong experience in traffic operations analysis, traffic impact studies, and traffic signal design.
- Experience preparing contract plans, specifications, estimates, and supporting construction documentation.
- Proficiency with MicroStation, ProjectWise, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS, and related traffic analysis software.
- Working knowledge of transportation design standards, MUTCD requirements, and agency design manuals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to independently manage technical assignments and oversee the work of junior staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- PTOE certification or ability to obtain in 1 year.
- Familiarity with NYSDOT Highway Design Manual, Traffic Signal Design Manual, MUTCD, ADA/PROWAG requirements, and ITE methodologies.
- ITS, traffic management systems, or transportation technology experience.
COMPENSATION
- The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $165,000; 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: Woodbury, NY or New York, NY
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time
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 of GFT.
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Frame your credentials around GFT's delivery model
GFT runs client-facing technology projects in banking, insurance, and manufacturing. Tailor your resume to show hands-on experience managing technical workstreams or system integrations, not just theoretical project management. Certifications like PMP or Agile credentials strengthen your candidacy.
Target GFT's sector-aligned business units
GFT organizes hiring around industry verticals. Project Engineer roles tied to financial services or digital transformation initiatives are more likely to carry sponsorship approval than generalist openings. Filter your applications toward postings that name a specific client sector or technology stack.
Secure your job offer before the H-1B registration window
H-1B registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. GFT must register you before that window closes. If you receive an offer late in the cycle, confirm with your recruiter whether the employer can file in the next cap year or pursue a cap-exempt pathway instead.
Clarify the LCA wage level during offer negotiation
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for your role and location. Ask HR which wage level they're filing at. Level I or II filings for senior Project Engineer responsibilities can create RFE risk at USCIS.
Use Migrate Mate to identify GFT Project Engineer openings actively seeking sponsorship
Not every Project Engineer posting at GFT will explicitly state visa sponsorship availability. Search Migrate Mate to surface current openings where sponsorship has been confirmed, and focus your outreach on those roles rather than applying broadly.
Prepare your employment authorization bridge if you're mid-status
If you're transitioning from OPT or STEM OPT, confirm your current authorization end date against GFT's expected start date. A gap of even a few days can disrupt onboarding. Your 60-day grace period cannot be used for employment, so timing your offer acceptance precisely matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does GFT sponsor H-1B visas for Project Engineers?
Yes, GFT sponsors H-1B visas for Project Engineer roles. Sponsorship is tied to specific openings rather than offered universally, so confirming sponsorship eligibility directly with the recruiter during your first conversation is the most reliable approach. GFT's Project Engineer positions typically align well with H-1B specialty occupation requirements given the technical and engineering nature of the work.
How do I apply for Project Engineer jobs at GFT?
Applications go through GFT's careers portal, where Project Engineer roles are listed by region and business unit. You can also find sponsorship-confirmed openings on Migrate Mate. When applying, match your resume to the specific technology stack or industry vertical listed in the posting. GFT's hiring process typically includes a technical screening, a competency interview, and a final round with the delivery or account team.
What visa types are available for Project Engineer roles at GFT?
H-1B is the primary nonimmigrant visa GFT uses to sponsor Project Engineers. Candidates already holding L-1 visa status through an intracompany transfer from a GFT entity abroad may also be eligible depending on their role history. If you hold a valid OPT or STEM OPT authorization, you can begin employment before H-1B approval as long as your EAD remains valid through your start date.
What qualifications does GFT expect for sponsored Project Engineer roles?
GFT typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a closely related field. Practical experience managing software delivery lifecycles, cross-functional teams, or client-facing technology implementations carries significant weight. Familiarity with agile frameworks, cloud platforms, or financial services technology is often listed as a differentiator in their Project Engineer postings.
How do I time my H-1B application if I receive a GFT offer?
H-1B cap-subject petitions have a fixed annual timeline. USCIS opens electronic registration each March, and selected candidates can begin employment no earlier than October 1. If you receive a GFT offer outside this window, ask whether premium processing is available once your petition is filed, which reduces USCIS adjudication to a 15-business-day window and gives both you and your employer a faster decision.