GFT is hiring: Resident Engineer - Roadway in New York

What You Will Do: GFT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in New York, NY. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the field. At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. What You’ll Be Challenged To Do As a Resident Engineer, you’ll lead the oversight of complex infrastructure construction projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life. You’ll manage inspection teams, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with standards and contract documents. Your work will improve roads, bridges, and transit systems, supporting emergency access and economic growth. You'll oversee project documentation, schedule monitoring, testing, and stakeholder communication, while managing RFIs, pay estimates, and closeout activities to keep projects on track.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license (New York preferred) or one of the following: NICET Level IV certification Meets ASCE Grade V Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction inspection and management including oversight of roadway/highway/bridge infrastructure projects Prior experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA, MTA Bridges and Tunnels, or Metro-North Railroad projects OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire Working knowledge of Project Management Procedures (PMPs) and Project Management Guidelines (PMGs) preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with contractors, owners, subconsultants, designers, and architects Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and construction schedules Physically able to work in the field, including navigating uneven terrain, climbing ladders, working at heights, and performing duties in various outdoor weather conditions Availability for occasional night and weekend work Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to various sites Compensation The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $260,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance. Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions.