Sr. Project Engineer, Traffic

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer, Traffic to join our Transportation Team in Chicago, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our office 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.

Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.

• Work on traffic analyses and studies, including traffic impact studies, traffic operation analysis, and safety studies.
• Design and review traffic signals, interconnects, railroad preemption, roadway lighting, ramp management systems, and maintenance of traffic plans. Prepare reports, plans, specifications, and technical drawings in compliance with engineering standards, client requirements, and MUTCD guidance.
• Develop innovative ITS applications.
• Perform intersection design studies.
• Collaborate closely with highway, bridge, stormwater, and utility design teams to deliver integrated transportation solutions.
• Lead development of project design concepts and criteria and research large or complex project elements.
• Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate large or complex engineering assignments.
• Act as technical specialist in the development of proposals.
• Develop basic to moderate scopes of work and cost estimates independently.
• Provide management of roadway personnel for a project.
• Provide QA/QC reviews.
• Supervise a staff of engineers and other technical specialists.
• Work closely with clients for development of technically sound solutions and client satisfaction.
• Work on multiple concurrent assignments and manage time effectively.
• Execute the project scope of work and manage the technical development of the work while maintaining the budget and schedule.
• Obtain the permits necessary to complete the project and interact with permitting agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with traffic analysis.
• Knowledge of the MUTCD and Highway Capacity Manual.
• Proficiency with Micro Station CAD, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
• Experience with design of traffic control elements such as plans, specifications and estimates for traffic signals, roadway lighting, and work‑zone maintenance of traffic plans is preferred.
• Experience with traffic simulation software such as Synchro, HCS, Sidra, VISSIM is preferred.
• Experience working with IDOT, CDOT, and other local transportation agencies is preferred.
• Experience with maintenance of traffic analysis is preferred.

The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $150,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, and 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 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 of GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location:

Chicago, IL
Core Business

Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status:
Full‑Time