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GFT ยท 1 day ago

Principal Geotechnical / Civil Engineer

GFT is seeking a Principal Geotechnical / Civil Engineer to join their Geotechnical, Dams & Hydraulics team. This role involves leading major water resources projects, providing expert technical input, and managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure.

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Hiring Manager
Kristen Vavrek
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Responsibilities

Independently designs and/or leads the charge to complete major projects
Manages and leads major or multiple large projects with multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors and/or subconsultants
Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
Performs dam and levee safety inspections and assessments
Performs construction support services, including assisting clients with bid activities, performs construction observation, interacts and coordinates with contractors/inspectors/agencies, manages field changes, and closes out projects
Reviews completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Conducts business development to build a book of business. Generates leads, pursues new opportunities, and develops new markets/clients
Builds and maintains client relationships, works to identify and understand client needs, and manages client expectations. Assists clients with risk evaluation and asset management
Manages technical staff to build a high performing team that delivers an exceptional work product. Mentors the team in preparation for future challenges
Develops new techniques and/or improved processes
Leads project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
Assigns tasks to and directs junior consultants and technicians
Supervises one or more technical staff
Trains staff on use of specialty software or proprietary applications
Assists senior management in implementing business programs, and may manage organizational programs under the direction of senior management

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringCivil EngineeringProfessional Engineering LicenseProject ManagementAutoCADCivil 3DHEC-HMSHEC-RASGeoStudioBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipMentoringCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Geo-technical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
15 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in geo-technical or civil engineering
Experience in project management on multi-disciplinary teams, and business and client development
Professional Engineering license in one of the listed states, or the ability to obtain via comity
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs
Expert-level knowledge of engineering concepts, theories and practices as applied to slope stability, seepage analysis, seepage control, and dam and levee design
Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates
Knowledge of specialized computer analysis programs (e.g., GeoStudio, Mathcad, etc.)
Expert-level knowledge of engineering concepts, theories and practices applicable to H&H modeling, including stormwater management and flood risk mitigation
Proficient in HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and similar computer programs

Preferred

Master of Science degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
Previous approval as a FERC Independent Consultants and/or Subject Matter Expert
Knowledge of deep foundation design and/or landslide stabilization
Proficiency in LifeSim, RMC-RFA, Arc-GIS, and RMC-BestFit software

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.

Company

GFT

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GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.

H1B Sponsorship

GFT has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
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John Derr
Executive Vice President
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