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Senior Drainage Engineer

GFT Infrastructure, Inc.
Miami, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/18/2026
What You Will Do:

GFT isseekingan experienced and highly motivatedSr.Drainage Engineer requiring regular attendance at either our Miami office or embedded at FDOT District 6 office inMiami,FL.

In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of drainage solutions for a variety of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Florida, with a strong focus on supporting theFlorida Department of Transportation (FDOT)and other public-sector clients.

Working on theroadway teamatGFToffers 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 roadway projects here.

Whatyou'llbe challenged to do:

You'llsupport transportation and infrastructure projects by preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drainage designs, andpermittingdocuments. Your work will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management design, and ensuring compliance with FDOT and local standards.

In this capacity, the successful candidate willbe responsible forthe following:

  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, andpermittingdocuments.
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including stormwater collection system analysis.
  • Develop stormwater management designs and obtain permits in compliance with state and local regulations.
  • Perform reviews of drainage designs, plans, and reports for FDOT and municipal transportation projects.
  • Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable FDOT standards and guidelines.
Education | Experience:

Whatyou willbring to our firm:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Transportation Engineering (ora related field).
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida
  • 5 years post PE license
  • 10 years of experience in drainage design for highway and roadway projects.
  • Pump Station and Deep Well experience
  • Proficient inOpenRoadsDesigner.
  • Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual, Standard Plans, and Drainage Manual.

What we prefer you bring:

  • Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projectsstronglypreferred.

Compensation:

Therange for this position is salary rangeis $150,000 - $185,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

  • 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 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:Miami, FL
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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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.


Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including veterans and disability status.

 

Salary : $150,000 - $185,000

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