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Gft

National Alternative Project Delivery Leader

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Gft
Leading architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering transportation, water, power & buildings solutions.
National Alternative Project Delivery Leader responsible for managing the execution and procurement processes of alternative projects in the GFT portfolio, including design-build, progressive design build, integrated project delivery, construction management-at-risk, private-public partnerships, and EPC.
23d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Enterprise AI
Data Transformation
Platform Modernization
Cloud Migration
Digital Banking
Fintech Solutions
AI‑Driven Customer Service
High‑Performance Computing
Sector Specialisms
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Retail Banking
Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Role
What you would be doing
client delivery
project leadership
project management
financial review
team coordination
client relationships
  • Serve as a GFT executive representative at client meetings, presentations, and public hearings/reviews relative to assigned projects.
  • Responsible for the leadership, interpretation, organization, execution and coordination of project assignments and managing projects that are larger in scope and complexity
  • Participates in interviews and presentations as applicable for support and growth of the APD practice nationally.
  • Work directly with project controls and scheduling staff to manage the project, analyze Earned Value and Schedule performance, and effectively work with various team interfaces to ensure that goals or objectives of these projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
  • Develops, reviews and obtains confirmation of financial and project delivery schedule activities of design and construction as they relate to all disciplines involved.
  • Responsible along with the business group leader for the overall quality and coordination of the APD work performed, client interface, utilization of staff, reputation and reflection of GFT, contract management, billing collection, and control of project profitability
  • Responsible for the Planning, direction, coordination of multi-discipline design staff from multiple business lines in a high intensity environment, often including multi-office execution.
  • Attend national design-build and other APD conferences representing GFT; maintain contractor relationships and coordinate teaming agreements with contractors and fellow consultants on major national and Canadian pursuits.
  • Hold weekly APD Risk committee meetings with senior management staff to assess and review prospective APD projects. Coordinate legal reviews of all APD projects and wok with BL Group leaders and executive management to give “Go No Go’ approvals through stage gate processes.
  • Work with GFT Client service leaders (CSL’s) and market leaders to maintain critical client relationships with contractors. Work with Chief Growth Officer assisting in client management.
  • Responsible for the overall coordination and delivery of design on large complex alternative delivery projects nationally.
  • Work within other subgroups and may interact with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, other consultants, and professional organizations
  • Assures that project team complies with the contract agreement as well as exercises rigid cost control to implement the approved design within established budget restraints.
  • Effectively maintain diverse relationships with the Contractor, Owner Representatives, and any number of project stakeholders and influencers.
What you bring
risk management
20 years
bachelor's degree
professional engineer
contractor experience
monte carlo
  • Financial and risk management acumen demonstrated in prior career experience
  • Minimum 20 years’ experience in complex multi-discipline highway project design management, including one or more Design-Build and/or PPP projects as Design Manager for multi-discipline projects
  • Experience in Risk management analysis and techniques, including Monte Carlo analysis desirable.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering minimum.
  • General Contractor (horizontal & vertical) experience
  • Legal terms & conditions negotiation skills
  • Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer (P.E.) desired
Benefits
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Top 500 Design Firm
Ranked in ENR's Top 500
Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.
130+ Offices
National Presence
Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.
  • Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
  • Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
  • Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
  • Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
  • An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.
Culture + Values
  • Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
  • Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
  • Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
  • Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
  • Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”
Environment + Sustainability
2025 Target
Climate Neutrality
Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.
50% Reduction
Emissions Target
Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.
10% Drop
Emissions Fall
Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.
Rating B
Climate Performance
Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.
  • Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
  • Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
  • Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
  • Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
77 Graduates Expanded
WomenTech Mentoring Programme
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.
3 Editions in 2022
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.
77 Graduates
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.
  • Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
  • Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.
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