GFT is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support a wide range of projects across our portfolio. This position will be a hybrid position reporting to either Raleigh, NC; Richmond, VA or Mechanicsburg, PA. 

Working on the geospatial team offers a unique opportunity to harness the latest geospatial technology and data analytics to drive operational efficiency and innovation. As part of our dynamic team, you'll collaborate on projects that enhance data management and provide actionable insights for diverse clients, transforming how organizations use data to meet their goals. Join us to help bring science and art to organizing, integrating, and visualizing information in a way that prioritizes collaboration and creates enterprise solutions. Discover some of our signature geospatial projects here.     

What you'll be challenged to do: 

We are looking for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively, and is eager to grow into a project management role in areas such as GIS technology, transportation, and information technology. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working collaboratively with project managers and technical experts.  

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:  

• Support the Project Manager in managing project scope, schedule, budget, client relationships, and team coordination. 
• Prepare agendas, capture action items, and produce detailed meeting minutes. 
• Review and validate deliverables for accuracy and compliance. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, technical leads, and subject matter experts. 
• Maintain project documentation, including action items, issues, and risk logs. 
• Assist with project status reporting, budget tracking, and invoice preparation. 
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System processes. 

What you bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S., or equivalent). 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a project-related role (e.g., assistant project manager, coordinator, analyst, or project controls) 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel). 

• Self-starter who works effectively both independently and as part of a team. 
• Commitment to continuous learning and contributing positively to team success
• Project Management certification or demonstrated commitment to project management education/training.
• Experience working on project teams supporting software development, geospatial, or other technology-driven projects. 

What we prefer you bring: 

• Familiarity with GIS and geospatial technology. 

• Experience working with or for a state or local government agency. 

Compensation: 

The Salary range for this position is $75,000-$100,000. 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. 

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: Raleigh, NC; Richmond VA; Mechanicsburg, PA

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

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