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    "description": "<h2></h2>\n<p>GFT is seeking an experienced <strong>Program Manager</strong> to join our Construction Services practice in New York to support a major multi-billion-dollar infrastructure program serving the region. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This position will serve as the Project Manager for the program, providing operational leadership within a complex multi-firm delivery environment that includes owner agencies, engineering consultants, and major construction contractors. Working in close partnership with the Vice President / Program Manager, this role operates at the center of program coordination and helps guide the operational direction of the program’s delivery organization. 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Success in this role requires a leader who combines strategic awareness with a <strong>hands-on approach to program operations</strong>, ensuring issues are addressed quickly and program priorities remain focused on delivery outcomes.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In this capacity, you will be responsible for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li><p>Provide operational leadership across a large multidisciplinary program delivery organization overseeing construction oversight, safety management, program controls, engineering support, and project management activities</p></li>\n <li><p>Guide collaboration among participating firms and maintain alignment across teams responsible for program delivery</p></li>\n <li><p>Partner with executive leadership from owner agencies, engineering consultants, and construction contractors to facilitate coordination and resolve complex issues</p></li>\n <li><p>Monitor program progress, identify emerging risks and coordination challenges, and guide teams toward solutions that sustain delivery momentum</p></li>\n <li><p>Mentor multidisciplinary staff, support leadership development of emerging talent, and foster a collaborative culture centered on accountability and performance</p></li>\n <li><p>Contribute to the growth of the Construction Services practice through strategic pursuits, proposal development for major infrastructure opportunities, industry engagement, client interactions, and serving as a public ambassador within the infrastructure community</p></li>\n</ul>\n<h2></h2>\n<p><strong>What you will bring to our firm</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field</li>\n <li>15+ years of experience delivering complex infrastructure programs or projects</li>\n <li>Demonstrated experience <strong>directly managing multidisciplinary professional staff</strong> in an organizational environment</li>\n <li>Experience operating within large multi-firm infrastructure or transportation programs</li>\n <li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities</li>\n <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>\n <li>Demonstrated ability to drive program delivery while mentoring and developing teams</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we prefer you bring:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline</li>\n <li>Professional Engineering (PE) License <strong>or</strong> master’s degree in engineering</li>\n <li>Experience in leading roles on major infrastructure programs ($500M+ scale)</li>\n <li>Career experience within contractor or design-build organizations</li>\n <li>Experience working within alternative delivery programs</li>\n <li>DBIA certification</li>\n <li>Direct railroad or rail-adjacent infrastructure experience beneficial</li>\n <li> </li>\n</ul>\n<h3><strong>Compensation:</strong></h3>\n<p>The salary range for this role is <strong>$210,000 - $260,000 per year</strong>. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.</p>\n<h3><strong>Featured Benefits:</strong></h3>\n<ul>\n <li>Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.</li>\n <li>Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.</li>\n <li>Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.</li>\n <li>Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.</li>\n <li>Tuition reimbursement for continued education.</li>\n <li>Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.</li>\n <li>Incentive compensation for eligible positions.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2></h2>\n<p>At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. 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