GFT ยท 22 hours ago
Senior Project Manager, Preliminary Roadway Design Lead
Schaumburg, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $210K/yr
15+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm seeking a Senior Project Manager, Preliminary Roadway Design Lead to join their Roadway Team in Illinois. This role involves managing transportation projects and contributing to the design and planning of roadway systems, ensuring high-quality solutions for local agencies and stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Project Management: Oversee projects aligned with experience level, including budgeting, scope, scheduling, and client coordination
Design & Planning: Develop roadway alignments, feasibility studies, conceptual designs, and preliminary alternatives for NEPA environmental documentation
Public Engagement: Support public involvement programs and collaborate with local agencies and stakeholders
Technical Deliverables: Prepare cost estimates, technical reports, and documentation required for project approvals
Team Leadership: Mentor and train junior staff, manage work planning and production scheduling, and contribute to team growth and vision
Innovation & Problem-Solving: Identify challenges and implement adaptive, creative solutions throughout the project lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
15-20 years of experience with an emphasis in roadway, highway, and bridge design
Minimum of 10 years of experience with IDOT and Phase I projects
Experience/working knowledge with design software tools including MicroStation, Open Roads and GEOPAK is required
Business Development and experience communicating and coordinating with clients
Preferred
Master's Degree with a Transportation Focus preferred
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
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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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