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    "description": "<h2></h2>\n<p><strong>GFT</strong> is seeking a <strong>TXDOT Client Service Leader</strong> to join our Transportation Group in Texas! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at any of our Texas offices.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Working on the transportation team at GFT offers 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 transportation projects here.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll be challenged to do:</strong></p>\n<p>GFT is seeking a dynamic and experienced <strong>Client Service Leader</strong> (CSL) to drive business development and growth for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The CSL consistently builds trust and delivers value at every interaction with our clients to achieve client satisfaction and fully leverage relationships to benefit the clients and the firm. Working with members of our team, your focus is to make sure GFT is the clients’ firm-of-choice. 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