BIM / CAD Designer - Transportation

GFT. • New York, NY

1d • $95,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a BIM / CAD Designer - Transportation to join our transportation group in New York, NY. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our NY, CT or NJ offices.
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, railroads, and/or bridges, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature projects here.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
As a BIM / CAD Designer - Transportation, you will apply your transportation design expertise within a model-centric environment to deliver high-quality roadway, bridge, drainage, and related infrastructure projects. You will develop and refine 3D design models, prepare construction documents, and coordinate closely with survey, utilities, structures, and other disciplines to ensure accurate, efficient project delivery. Working within established digital delivery workflows, you will leverage BIM tools and Common Data Environments to support collaboration, data integration, and model quality. You will help resolve modeling and coordination challenges, integrate design data with GIS and other project information, and contribute to continuous improvement of model-based practices. This role requires a strong production mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to balance hands-on design responsibilities with effective participation in a digital delivery environment.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
Work within the project Common Data Environment (CDE) following established digital delivery workflows
Coordinate with the Digital Delivery and IT teams to ensure models, data, and standards are applied correctly
Support model setup, file organization, and data integration for transportation projects
Assist with maintaining model quality, consistency, and alignment with project BIM standards
Troubleshoot basic modeling, referencing, and data exchange issues and escalate when needed
Integrate design models with GIS and other project data sources for improved project context
Participate in digital coordination meetings to support model alignment across disciplines
Stay current with relevant BIM tools, features, and model-centric design practices
Provide informal guidance to team members on model-based workflows and digital tools
Assist engineering staff with the development of roadway, drainage, and related transportation designs using model-based workflows
Assist with the creation and modification of 3D models, alignments, profiles, and corridors using Bentley or Autodesk design platforms
Assist with the preparation of construction documents, plan sheets, and design deliverables from project models
Coordinate design elements with survey, utilities, structures, and other disciplines
Apply DOT standards, client requirements, and project specifications to transportation design tasks
Participate in project meetings to coordinate technical design and modeling decisions
Review design work for quality, accuracy, and constructability within the model environment
Support project delivery through all phases, including concept, preliminary, and final design
Assist with responding to review comments and revising models and plans accordingly

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Transportation industry
• Proficient in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Proficient MicroStation OpenRoads, OpenBridge, etc.
• Solid communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related industry experience.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, ACC, Civil3D, and InfraWorks
• Proficiency in ProjectWise
• Experience working on complex, multidisciplinary projects in a BIM environment.
• Understanding of 3D, 4D, and 5D BIM processes, including clash detection, scheduling, and quantity take-offs.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 and other relevant BIM Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work within the project Common Data Environment (CDE) following established digital delivery workflows
• Coordinate with the Digital Delivery and IT teams to ensure models, data, and standards are applied correctly
• Support model setup, file organization, and data integration for transportation projects
• Assist with maintaining model quality, consistency, and alignment with project BIM standards
• Troubleshoot basic modeling, referencing, and data exchange issues and escalate when needed
• Integrate design models with GIS and other project data sources for improved project context
• Participate in digital coordination meetings to support model alignment across disciplines
• Stay current with relevant BIM tools, features, and model-centric design practices
• Provide informal guidance to team members on model-based workflows and digital tools
• Assist engineering staff with the development of roadway, drainage, and related transportation designs using model-based workflows
• Assist with the creation and modification of 3D models, alignments, profiles, and corridors using Bentley or Autodesk design platforms
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents, plan sheets, and design deliverables from project models
• Coordinate design elements with survey, utilities, structures, and other disciplines
• Apply DOT standards, client requirements, and project specifications to transportation design tasks
• Participate in project meetings to coordinate technical design and modeling decisions
• Review design work for quality, accuracy, and constructability within the model environment
• Support project delivery through all phases, including concept, preliminary, and final design
• Assist with responding to review comments and revising models and plans accordingly

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree