GFT
What You Will Do
GFT is seeking a talented Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our team in Roseville, CA. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Roseville office. Our specialists provide innovative solutions for foundations, underground construction, earth structures, dams, levees, groundwater resources, and marginal building sites. We also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity, having completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small‑scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do Support critical infrastructure design and construction across the California foothills and mountains. Projects include levees, canals, flumes, dams, spillways, and solutions to California’s critical water supply issues. As a Principal Engineer, you will handle technical and business aspects, provide expert input and oversight on large, complex projects, and manage general engineering on hydropower facilities such as penstocks, diversion dams, pipelines, headworks, gate structures, canals, flumes, and siphons.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
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
Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
Performs construction support services, including assisting client with bid activities, performing construction observation, interacting and coordinating with contractors/inspectors/agencies, managing field changes, and closing 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.
Works with multi-disciplinary teams for project pursuit and capture.
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
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
15 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in civil and geotechnical engineering.
Experience in project management on multi-disciplinary teams, and business and client development.
Professional Engineering license in California, or a state that provides comity with California.
Expert‑level knowledge of civil/structural engineering concepts, theories and practices.
Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs.
Knowledge of specialized structural analysis computer programs.
What We Prefer You Bring
Structural Engineering license in California.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $180,000. 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. 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.
Location: Roseville, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
CALIFORNIA APPLICANTS Applicants in the County of Los Angeles – Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco – Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California – Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Architecture and Planning
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What You’ll Be Challenged To Do Support critical infrastructure design and construction across the California foothills and mountains. Projects include levees, canals, flumes, dams, spillways, and solutions to California’s critical water supply issues. As a Principal Engineer, you will handle technical and business aspects, provide expert input and oversight on large, complex projects, and manage general engineering on hydropower facilities such as penstocks, diversion dams, pipelines, headworks, gate structures, canals, flumes, and siphons.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
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
Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
Performs construction support services, including assisting client with bid activities, performing construction observation, interacting and coordinating with contractors/inspectors/agencies, managing field changes, and closing 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.
Works with multi-disciplinary teams for project pursuit and capture.
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
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
15 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in civil and geotechnical engineering.
Experience in project management on multi-disciplinary teams, and business and client development.
Professional Engineering license in California, or a state that provides comity with California.
Expert‑level knowledge of civil/structural engineering concepts, theories and practices.
Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs.
Knowledge of specialized structural analysis computer programs.
What We Prefer You Bring
Structural Engineering license in California.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $180,000. 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. 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.
Location: Roseville, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
CALIFORNIA APPLICANTS Applicants in the County of Los Angeles – Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco – Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California – Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Architecture and Planning
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GFT by 2x
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