GFT is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Team. This role follows a  hybrid work model , requiring regular attendance in our offices.

Working on the roadway 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 roadway projects here.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer - Project Manager you will provide innovative leadership, project management, superior client facing skills and the ability to communicate and work across multiple operational groups and technical disciplines in Colorado. Our goal is to continue to expand our bridge group and this role is pivotal to achieving this objective. Successful candidates will deliver best in class technical solutions to our clients on the design, delivery and management of projects across both public and private sectors.

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

Securing, planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of small to large scale multi-discipline bridge projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff.

Reinforcing and continuing to establish strategic market position/service offerings for the group to align with client needs and Gannett Fleming TranSystems strategic initiatives.

Oversight of activities related to Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation and Bridge Inspection.

Serving as a Project Manager, Task Manager and/or Bridge Technical Advisor on Project Pursuits.

Mentoring structural staff.

What you’ll bring to our firm:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

10-15 years of bridge related design experience with 5 years at a project management level, managing a bridge/structures design group.

Candidate should be well versed in the use of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.

Demonstrated success in managing preliminary and final design, preparation of construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, project scheduling and subcontractor management.

Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal skills.

Track record of successfully completing projects and team leadership.

Experience in writing/development of projecat proposals and letters of interest.

Solid client relationships and willingness to help lead bid, proposal and presentation efforts.

Business development and strategic planning is preferred but not required.

Application deadline 8/29/2025

What we prefer you bring:

Colorado client relationships

Strong familiarity with CDOT is preferred

Masters in Civil or Structural Engineering Preferred

PE required

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $112,000 - $170,000 ; 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.

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™

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.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Colorado, Utah, or Arizona

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $112,000 -$170,000; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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