Sr. Project Manager/Principal Engineer (Civil)

GFT; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Job summary

GFT is looking for a Senior Project Manager / Principal Engineer (Civil) to join their Transportation team in Berkeley, CA. This hybrid role requires at least 15 years of professional experience and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. The position involves managing project teams, overseeing planning and design processes, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. GFT offers a competitive salary range of $156,000–$210,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, par...

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of professional experience on a diverse range of projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and engineering software.
• Locally located with commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and developing project teams for specific project phases.
• Acting as technical lead and preparing design documents.
• Managing project scope and tracking progress.
• Coordinating with engineering teams and outside consultants.
• Ensuring quality control and quality assurance standards are met.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Civil Engineering Expertise

Multi-Project Handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer registration

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

GeoPak/OpenRoads

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Principal Engineer (Civil) to support a variety of projects in the West Region and nationwide. The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Berkeley office.

As a member of the Transportation team, you will engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. You will work on planning, design, and construction administration of public and private site development projects, rail projects, and road/trail projects, applying resilient, sustainable design and construction principles to deliver innovative, safe, efficient, and reliable solutions.

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

• Organizing and developing project teams to execute specific project phases, such as technical studies, design, specification preparation, and inspections, while delegating tasks.
• Acting as technical lead, preparing conceptual design and construction documents using MicroStation, GeoPak/OpenRoads, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and investigative design reports.
• Supervising junior staff and maintaining a hands‑on role in deliverable production.
• Managing project scope, estimating manpower, preparing schedules, and tracking progress.
• Coordinating with in‑house engineering, architects, environmental/planning consultants, and outside consultants.
• Reviewing designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Ensuring quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Training and mentoring junior staff.

Education & Experience

What You Bring To Our Firm

• At least 15 years of professional experience on a diverse range of projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer registration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and engineering software such as AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Locally located.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What We Prefer You Bring

• 15–20 years of professional experience as a licensed engineer.
• Design experience for site development projects and construction administration.
• Project Management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Software expertise in Civil 3D, GeoPak/OpenRoads, and Bluebeam.
• Strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced setting.
• Ability to develop and present proposals to clients and execute projects.
• Experience/interest in mentoring and supervisory roles.
• Interest in federal projects and railroad CAD standards (UPRR, BNSF, etc.) a plus.

Compensation

Salary range: $156,000–$210,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• 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 accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development support and access to training programs.

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, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

All applicants in the State of California, Los Angeles County, and City of San Francisco will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable Fair Chance Ordinances.

GFT requires completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.