Senior Highway Project Engineer

What You Will Do As a Senior Highway Project Engineer at GFT, you will lead roadway engineering efforts on complex transportation projects for NJDOT, NJTA, and other area agencies, developing design strategies and technical direction that support safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our East Brunswick, NJ, Morristown, NJ, or Marlton, NJ office. Responsibilities Lead the development of roadway design concepts, criteria, and technical direction on major tasks Manage design activities across multiple disciplines, coordinating with bridge, transit, environmental, geotechnical, and civil/site teams as needed Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and estimates, including roadway geometry, grading, drainage, maintenance and protection of traffic, and other key elements Review technical deliverables for quality and accuracy (QA/QC) Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and task oversight Support proposal development including scope, approach, and cost estimates Manage task order projects in a client-facing capacity Interface with clients to provide technical solutions and ensure project satisfaction Assist with permitting coordination and submissions Participate in local professional societies and industry groups Maintain project budgets and schedules, and track task progress across concurrent assignments Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering PE license in New Jersey or ability to obtain through reciprocity within one year 10–12 years of highway and roadway design experience with increasing responsibility Proficient in MicroStation, OpenRoads, and Microsoft Office NJDOT or NJTA design experience Strong highway design skills with the ability to train and mentor junior staff Experience in staff supervision and project coordination Experience preparing submittals and coordinating with permitting agencies Strong verbal and written communication skills, including client presentation experience Preferred Qualifications Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D New Jersey client relationships Compensation The salary range for this position is $135,000-$155,000, depending on experience and geographic location.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr