Sr. Transit Strategy Manager

GFT is seeking a Senior Transit Strategy Manager to support and advance the growth, positioning, and delivery of its Transit & Rail Market Sector. Reporting directly to the Director of Transit & Rail, this role combines market and client strategy leadership with hands-on project management responsibilities.

The Senior Transit Strategy Manager aligns transit strategy with successful project execution, serving as both a trusted advisor to clients and a day-to-day leader of transit and rail projects.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:  

• Support execution of GFT’s Transit & Rail growth strategy.
• Assist with go-to-market planning, pursuit strategy, and win themes.
• Position GFT as a trusted advisor to public agencies.
• Develop internal tools and best practices.
• Participate in client presentations and industry events.
• Serve as Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and risk.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants.
• Implement QA/QC procedures.
• Lead meetings and manage client communications.
• Maintain strong relationships with transit agencies.
• Support executive-level coordination.
• Translate technical information for diverse audiences.
• Mentor project managers and staff.
• Support staff development.
• Promote a collaborative team culture.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 10+ years of transit or rail experience.
• Project management experience.
• Strong communication skills.

What we prefer you bring: 

• FTA-funded project experience.
• Business development experience.
• PMP certification.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is is $189,000-$265,000. 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.

Company Overview:

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™ 

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. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Washington DC, WA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: IL: $189,000-$265,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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