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GFT is looking for a Senior Roadway Engineer to join the Transportation group in either the Columbus or Cleveland office. The role follows a hybrid schedule and requires regular attendance in one of these locations.

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 and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Senior Highway Engineer, you will be challenged to shape transportation networks that strengthen communities and support daily life.  Transportation projects are essential to building strong communities. From reducing traffic congestion and improving public safety to supporting access to healthcare, education, and employment, these projects create smoother, more reliable travel for all users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. 

Join us to lead impactful projects that connect neighborhoods, promote economic growth, and create infrastructure that benefits everyone.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Serve as the Lead Roadway Engineer on ODOT and Local transportation projects
• Collaborate with project team members
• Review roadway and other highway related designs, including Maintenance of Traffic plans (if interested and qualified)
• Mentor junior engineering staff
• Develop cost proposals
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages
• Prepare reports required by the project development process
• Advance into project management (if desired)

What you’ll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering is required
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio or the ability to become registered in 6-12 months
• Minimum of 12 years of related highway design experience
• Familiarity with AASHTO and OMUTCD standards
• Prior design experience with Ohio Department of Transportation and/or Ohio Local projects
• Hands on experience using CADD/Design Software (preferably OpenRoads) required
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured 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.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Columbus or Cleveland, OH
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time