Sr. Project Engineer, Site/Civil
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Sr Site/Civil Engineer to support a variety of projects in the Mid West region. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at Chicago, IL office. GFT is seeking a Sr. Site/Civil Engineer for our site development practice within the buildings & places business group. The position to participate in project teams for the planning, design, and construction administration of public and private projects. Clients and projects may be in various locations in the Northeast region. Candidate must have the flexibility to travel within the region periodically to help serve GFT’s client base. This role supports a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Chicago, IL office This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Sr. Site/Civil Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.
Requirements
- BS in Civil Engineering (MS is a plus)
- Professional Engineer License (PE)
- 7+ years of site/land development experience required including a thorough knowledge of the requirements of local, State and Federal agencies having land development approval jurisdiction.
- Thorough knowledge of local land development approval process including site design and grading, stormwater management and erosion & sediment control design, and utility design.
- Extensive site stormwater management design and permitting.
- Demonstrated project management experience including budget and schedule monitoring and control responsibilities.
- Experienced in client relations and business development.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
- Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.
Nice To Haves
- MS is a plus
Responsibilities
- Responsibilities include establishing and enforcing procedures and standards for projects across the business line. This will involve collaborating with PMs to develop processes and training programs.
- Participate in the project pursuit decision (go/no-go)
- Develop and prepare proposals
- Participate in presenting proposals to clients and other stakeholders
- Participate in negotiating contract scopes and fees working with other senior staff and business line leaders.
- Prepare contracts and related documents for clients, subconsultants, subcontractors, and vendors which conform with in-house counsel requirements
- Manage the project set-up process working with project assistants.
- Review and approved budget setup and project work breakdowns.
- Review and control of project cost and maintain of project budgets. Identification of percentage completion, change orders, project risks.
- Development of project schedules.
- Review of clients invoicing and coordination with billing professionals.
- Client interaction, presentations and project coordination.
- Coordinating work activities by various technical staff and consultants including developing and implementing study and design standards for consultants to follow, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, tracking project schedules, and budgets.
- Coordinating work activities and communicating with various municipalities and governmental regulating agencies.
- Oversee construction contract management and observation services
- Oversee stormwater management designs, reporting and permitting.
- Preparation of reports and permit applications
- Supervise and mentor junior-level engineers
- Demonstrate professional technical writing and verbal skills
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
