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GFT is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Bridge Practice. A flexible/hybrid work environment is applicable to this position, with the reporting office being any of GFT’s Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia offices.
Working on the roadway 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 The successful candidate shall have a minimum of 12 years of progressive design experience in structural engineering design for multiple types of bridges and structures to public clients. Experience should consist of the development and leading of bridge design plan production work well in a team environment while independently applying advanced concepts and principles of engineering to resolve project issues. Serves as a technical specialist in analyzing bridge projects, establishing design criteria, and executing designs. Participates in large projects by managing the structural portions of the scope of work. Manages multi-disciplined tasks independently and provides interface with clients. Actively engaged at a local level in leadership of professional societies. The candidate will be responsible for day‑to‑day execution of assigned projects, mentoring less experienced staff, managing tasks, and technical interfacing with clients.
Leads the development of project design concepts and criteria and researches large or complex project elements
Functions as Design Team Leader on bridge design activities for complex structures
Responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating large or complex engineering assignments
Works within the project team with experience for bridge/structure design and gaining knowledge of other disciplines such as highway, transit, geotechnical, civil/site and environmental
Acts as technical specialist in the development of proposals
Develops scope, estimated schedule, and costs for proposed project services up to and including projects of moderate complexity
Provides management of bridge/structure personnel for a project
Acts as Project Manager for small and medium complexity multi‑disciplined bridge projects and interfaces with the client
Provides QA/QC reviews
May supervise a staff of engineers and other technical specialists
Responsible for working closely with clients for client satisfaction as well as business development purposes
Manages multiple concurrent assignments and time management
Executes the project scope of work, manages the technical development of the work, and maintains the budget and schedule
Obtains permits necessary to complete the project and interacts with permitting agencies
Represents GFT at industry and professional events
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering preferred
Professional Engineer License and ability to obtain multiple jurisdictions
12+ years of applicable experience
Expertise with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Expertise with CADD
Expertise with structural design and analysis software
What We Prefer You Bring
Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to lead client presentations
Prior supervision of staff is preferred
Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
Compensation The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $160,000. 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
Company Overview 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.
Equal Opportunity GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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.
Location Maryland ; Virginia ; Washington DC
Employment Status Full‑Time
Salary Range $135,000 - $160,000
Other Information GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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Senior Bridge Engineer
role at
GFT .
GFT is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Bridge Practice. A flexible/hybrid work environment is applicable to this position, with the reporting office being any of GFT’s Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia offices.
Working on the roadway 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 The successful candidate shall have a minimum of 12 years of progressive design experience in structural engineering design for multiple types of bridges and structures to public clients. Experience should consist of the development and leading of bridge design plan production work well in a team environment while independently applying advanced concepts and principles of engineering to resolve project issues. Serves as a technical specialist in analyzing bridge projects, establishing design criteria, and executing designs. Participates in large projects by managing the structural portions of the scope of work. Manages multi-disciplined tasks independently and provides interface with clients. Actively engaged at a local level in leadership of professional societies. The candidate will be responsible for day‑to‑day execution of assigned projects, mentoring less experienced staff, managing tasks, and technical interfacing with clients.
Leads the development of project design concepts and criteria and researches large or complex project elements
Functions as Design Team Leader on bridge design activities for complex structures
Responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating large or complex engineering assignments
Works within the project team with experience for bridge/structure design and gaining knowledge of other disciplines such as highway, transit, geotechnical, civil/site and environmental
Acts as technical specialist in the development of proposals
Develops scope, estimated schedule, and costs for proposed project services up to and including projects of moderate complexity
Provides management of bridge/structure personnel for a project
Acts as Project Manager for small and medium complexity multi‑disciplined bridge projects and interfaces with the client
Provides QA/QC reviews
May supervise a staff of engineers and other technical specialists
Responsible for working closely with clients for client satisfaction as well as business development purposes
Manages multiple concurrent assignments and time management
Executes the project scope of work, manages the technical development of the work, and maintains the budget and schedule
Obtains permits necessary to complete the project and interacts with permitting agencies
Represents GFT at industry and professional events
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering preferred
Professional Engineer License and ability to obtain multiple jurisdictions
12+ years of applicable experience
Expertise with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Expertise with CADD
Expertise with structural design and analysis software
What We Prefer You Bring
Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to lead client presentations
Prior supervision of staff is preferred
Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
Compensation The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $160,000. 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
Company Overview 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.
Equal Opportunity GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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.
Location Maryland ; Virginia ; Washington DC
Employment Status Full‑Time
Salary Range $135,000 - $160,000
Other Information GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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