<p>Overview</p> <p>GFT is seeking a Roadway Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Charleston, SC! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Charleston, SC office.</p> <p>Working on the Transportation 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 Transportation projects here.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>What you'll be challenged to do:</p> <p>TranSystems has an opportunity for an Engineer 2 to join our Roadway Practice in our Charleston, South Carolina office. This position will be a member of our roadway group and will lead and assist in various tasks including plan preparation, quantity calculation, geometric design, drainage design, MOT, specifications, cost estimates and other related tasks. Microstation, Geopak, MS Office and other design software will be used, and all work will be in collaboration with other engineers, technicians, planners, and surveyors. This position will also help mentor young engineers and will be given the opportunity to develop into a project manager. Candidates with a background in preliminary engineering or development of detailed plans and specification are preferred. Candidates must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects.</p> <p>In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:</p> <ul> <li>Prepare and/or preferably direct the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for roadway design projects. </li><li>Review project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications. </li><li>Show understanding of team management, develop project scope of work, estimate manpower needs, prepare CPM schedules and track project progress. </li><li>Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and occasionally represents the organization in meetings to resolve important questions, and to plan and coordinate work. </li><li>Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects. </li><li>Responsible for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards. </li><li>Research design options and document findings. </li><li>Keeps supervisor informed of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services. </li><li>Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>What you'll bring to our firm:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program </li><li>Experience with MicroStation/Geopak </li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office Programs </li><li>Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members. </li><li>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 TranSystems serves. </li></ul> <p>What we'd prefer for you to bring to our firm:</p> <ul> <li>4-8 years of design experience </li><li>Professional Engineering License </li><li>Experience with SC Municipalities </li><li>Experience with Open Roads Design. </li><li>Familiarity with SCDOT plan preparation requirements for roadway projects. </li></ul> <p>Featured Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. </li><li>Access to company vehicle for inspection work. </li><li>Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD. </li><li>401(k) company match. </li><li>Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.</p> <p>Location: Charleston, SC</p> <p>Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM</p> <p>Employment Status: Full-Time</p> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p> <p>#LI-HM1</p>