GFT · 2 days ago
Traffic Department Deputy Manager
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
12+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm that specializes in transportation, water, power, and buildings. They are seeking an experienced Traffic Department Deputy Manager to oversee traffic engineering duties, manage personnel, and lead projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and community connectivity.
ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater
Responsibilities
Assist in leadership of the traffic team, helping set strategy, being part of the area-wide leadership team, and help driving the Area’s strategic plan
Supervise and train design engineers and technicians who are direct reports
Lead staff including mentoring and training
Generate the scope, schedule and budget parameters for traffic projects
Lead the execution of projects within the scope, schedule and budget
Participate in interdisciplinary teams along aside other technical disciplines
Identify and resolve issues related to the performance of the project, including the generation of supplemental scope, schedule and budget requests
Develop and implement QA/ QC plans for projects
Manage subconsultant performance
Assisting in business development activities, proposal development, and representing GFT at industry and professional events
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8+ years of progressive responsibility within Traffic Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
Registered Maryland Professional Engineer (PE), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months required
12+ years of transportation industry experience with significant concentration in Traffic design is required
Broad knowledge and experience in traffic engineering and strong technical skills on projects in Maryland
Good technical, leadership, managerial, and communication skills
Ability to motivate other design staff, working well in a team environment
Experience overseeing the development of a variety of traffic plans and analyses
Experience coordinating with other disciplines and subconsultants
Responsible for day-to-day management and execution of assigned projects
Lead and support for business development opportunities and financial management of projects
Preferred
Prior experience leading engineering teams highly desired
Experience within Virginia or the District of Columbia is a plus
Expertise with Synchro, SimTraffic, SIDRA, HCS, CORSIM, and/or VISSIM preferred
Knowledge of Traffic Engineering principles in the HCM, MUTCD, HSM, ITE and AASHTO manuals
Experience in reviewing and interpreting files, site plans, construction drawings, traffic analysis reports
Knowledge of traffic operations, safety, and planning studies required
Knowledge of and experience using MicroStation and Microsoft Office is required
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
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President
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