Performs advanced civil, municipal, and complex transportation engineering work in the functional area ofConstruction Services for GFT on assigned projects to ensure contracted design andconstruction obligations are achieved in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies,procedures, standards, and guidelines. Work requires contact with government officials and privateentities.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Conducts and documents project meetings with clients.
• Manages construction field personnel, including teaming partners.
• Prepares construction contracts and cost estimates.
• Prepares and monitors project schedules and budgets.
• Prepares and issues reports and correspondence.
• Approves quantities for measurement and payment purposes.
• Approves construction payment applications.
• Negotiates and approves construction change orders.
• Resolves technical issues.
• Performs constructability reviews and value engineering studies.
• Leads Risk Management assessments.
• Prepares and monitors Quality Control and Assurance Plans.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures.
• Manages clients and project teams.
• Responsible for financial and production success of Construction Service-related projects.
• Assists with and/or lead the planning, coordinating and execution of Construction Service projects.
• May oversee and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Oversees and schedules construction engineering inspection (CEI) activities.
• Evaluates project issues and produces solutions to address deficiency issues providing insight tothe client.
• Manages Construction Service equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Assists with development and review of project proposals.
• Assists with internal training.
• Competency and awareness of safety compliance and programs.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

What you will bring to our firm:

• 15 - 20 years civil engineering, construction engineering, or relatedengineering experience.
• Valid US driver27s license. This position requires driving to projects and related meetings.
• Prior experience on SCDOT construction projects preferred.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.
• Criminal Background History. This position requires work with airports, municipalities, railroads and other clients that require criminal background history checks.

What we prefer you bring:

• Bachelor27s degree in civil engineering, or related discipline, from an ABET accredited school.
• Valid US driver27s license. This position requires driving to projects and related meetings.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of South Carolina (Professional Engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of South Carolina, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of South Carolina Labor and Licensing Board, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of South Carolina within six (6) months of the date of hire).

Must also have competencies in:

• Applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems.
• Applicable plans, specifications, and estimate preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.
• Construction engineering policies and requirements.
• Construction phasing and sequencing on interstate widening projects.
• Complex bridge construction over deep waterways.
• Complex interstate interchange system construction.
• Work zone traffic control and traffic management.
• Payment concepts, methods, policies, and requirements.
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships, applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties27 positions in a direct and diplomatic manner.
• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused.
• Exercise logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; make decisions that support business objectives and goals.
• Establishes plans and setting objectives and goals that support the overall business strategy/results, anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks.

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.

Location: Columbia, Charleston, FlorenceCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM 2D 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time