Assistant Project Manager

GFT is seeking a Assistant Project Manager to join our Public Transit Practice in Newark NJ! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Newark office.

Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.  

What you’ll be challenged to do:

The Project Manager will be a dynamic problem solver that thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively deal with conflicting demands. This individual will be a member of the GFT’s team and will support work on a large-scale transportation project and will interface between the design and project controls teams.

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

• Assist Project Management team and key project staff in a variety of tasks including Project coordination and project controls support.
• Support project managers and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by project managers.
• Support change management activities on projects as they arise.
• Interact, communicate (written/verbal), establish, and maintain effective and positive working relationships with co-workers, customers/clients, and contractors.
• Maintain and monitoring the project schedule and progress of the work and track monthly updates.
• Monitoring project budget and control project costs through preparing and maintaining cost management reports, Earned Value Analysis (EVA) or other techniques, by reviewing project inquires and reports.
• Preparing and archiving weekly and monthly project status and progress reports, project records, and correspondences.
• Tracking submittals and document control and distribute between stakeholders and maintain active involvement in collecting and implementing inputs from various disciplines on the project.
• Coordinating multiple tasks at the same time, meet the deadlines and perform effectively under tight schedules.
• Preparing project execution and management plan.
• Coordinate and manage the QC process in accordance with the GFT Quality Management System.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years’ progressive experience in the planning, design, management and implementation of rail and transit related projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a special focus on working  with diverse and cross-cultural teams.
• Demonstrated leadership in leading large-scale projects as well as project development ranging from planning, alternatives analysis, environmental process, permitting, final design, construction, safety certification and commissioning facilities.

• EIT or Professional Engineering License (preferable in New York and New Jersey)

• Experience with rail agencies (NJ TRANSIT, Amtrak, MTA, MBTI, etc)

• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation

• 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™ 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 GFT.

Location: Newark NJ Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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