Senior Civil Engineer​/Project Manager

Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Location:

Berkeley, CA

Join GFT, a privately held AEC firm focused on transportation, water, power, and buildings. We offer a hybrid work model requiring regular attendance at the Berkeley office.

As a Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager on our Transportation team, you will design and manage a variety of projects, including highways, bridges, rail, storm water management, and road/trail design. Your responsibilities include leading multi‑discipline teams, preparing design documents, supervising junior staff, coordinating with consultants, ensuring quality control, and mentoring.

• Organize and develop project teams to execute phases of projects, including technical studies, design, and inspections.
• Prepare conceptual designs and construction documents using Micro Station/Geopak/Open Roads and AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Supervise junior staff and maintain a hands‑on role in deliverable production.
• Develop project scope, estimate manpower needs, prepare schedules, and track progress.
• Coordinate with in‑house engineering, architects, environmental/planning, and outside consultants.
• Review design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and contract requirements.
• Ensure projects meet quality control and assurance guidelines.
• Train and mentor junior staff.

• At least 10 years of professional experience on diverse projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software (AutoCAD, Micro Station).

• Experience in site development and construction administration.
• Project management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Software expertise in Civil 3D, Geo Pak/Open Roads, Bluebeam.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced setting.
• Hands‑on proposal development and client presentation skills.
• Local residency in Berkeley or surrounding area.
• Interest in mentoring, supervisory, or team‑leader roles.
• Experience with federal projects (plus).

The salary range is $145,000–$190,000
, dependent on experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, 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 and support for professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge—our work is the Infrastructure of Life. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and the employer of choice for 5,000+ industry professionals.

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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Employment Status:
  Full‑time
• Core Business
  
  Hours:
  
  8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location:
  
  Berkeley, CA
• Criminal background check required for all advertised positions.
• Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with local fair‑chance ordinances in Los Angeles County, San Francisco, and California.