Area Manager

GFT is a leader in infrastructure planning, design, and program management, delivering innovative transportation solutions that improve mobility, strengthen communities, and shape the future of infrastructure nationwide. As we continue to expand our presence across Texas, we are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial North Texas Area Manager to help drive the next phase of growth in one of the nation's most active and rapidly evolving transportation markets. 

This newly elevated leadership role offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of GFT's North Texas transportation practice while building lasting client relationships and expanding our regional footprint. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing business growth, strengthening our market position, and partnering with leadership to develop and execute a vision for continued success throughout the Greater Dallas-Fort Worth region. For the right individual, this position provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of the practice, mentor emerging leaders, and help shape the delivery of transformative transportation projects across North Texas.

Business Development, Client Growth & Market Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic growth initiatives aligned with GFT's business objectives and long-term vision
• Identify, position for, and pursue new transportation opportunities across highways, bridges, transit, rail, and multimodal infrastructure markets
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients, industry partners, and community stakeholders
• Lead strategic pursuit efforts, including go/no-go evaluations, teaming strategies, capture planning, and interview preparation
• Collaborate with leaders across business lines and geographies to maximize client service opportunities and expand GFT's service offerings
• Represent GFT at industry conferences, professional organizations, client meetings, and community events
• Monitor industry trends, transportation funding initiatives, competitive activity, and client capital programs to identify growth opportunities

Operations & Practice Leadership

• Partner with the Texas Operations Leader to execute the Area business plan and support achievement of key operational objectives
• Drive performance related to revenue growth, profitability, utilization, sales, and overall business performance
• Provide leadership and oversight on strategic projects, serving as Project Principal, Senior Project Manager, or Executive Sponsor when appropriate
• Support workforce planning, staffing strategies, and resource management to meet current and future business needs
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Mentor and develop staff while supporting succession planning and leadership development initiatives
• Champion client satisfaction and project excellence across all engagements within the Area

What you will bring to our firm

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within the transportation, infrastructure, or engineering consulting industry in the North Texas area.
• Demonstrated success driving business development, client relationship management, and strategic growth initiatives
• Strong understanding of the North Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth) transportation market, including key public-sector agencies, funding programs, and regional priorities
• Proven ability to develop trusted client relationships and lead complex pursuits from opportunity identification through contract award
• Experience managing teams, business operations, project delivery, and financial performance metrics
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic growth objectives with operational execution
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, and collaboration
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred

At GFT, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the future of transportation infrastructure across North Texas while building a lasting legacy within a growing and nationally recognized organization. If you are a strategic leader who thrives on developing client relationships, driving growth, and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to join us on this exciting journey.

Compensation:The salary range for this role is $240,000 - $300,000. 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.

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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.

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

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

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California-Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.