Is GFT a good company to work for?

GFT has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 460 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 80% of employees would recommend working at GFT to a friend and 69% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about GFT have been left by employees working as Intern , Project Manager and Project Engineer .

Does GFT pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, GFT employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at GFT. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at GFT?

80% of GFT employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated GFT 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at GFT?

Engineer (19) , Project Manager (17) , Intern (14) , Project Engineer (10) , Civil Engineer (8) , Construction Manager (8) , Environmental Scientist (7) , Inspector (6) , Civil Designer (5) , Engineering Intern (5) , Geotechnical Engineer (5) , Business Analyst (4) , Construction Inspector (4) , Designer (4) , Manager (4)

What are the pros of working at GFT according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with and exciting projects." ((in 34 reviews)); "Benefits are good." ((in 28 reviews)); "Good work life balance all around" ((in 24 reviews)); "The pay is great as a young professional." ((in 20 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 14 reviews))

What are the cons of working at GFT according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management offering little guidance." ((in 13 reviews)); "The salary is low and no bonus" ((in 9 reviews)); "No bonus." ((in 8 reviews)); "Lack of leadership with substance, disconnection between Upper Management and the Mid" ((in 7 reviews)); "No comprehensive training program for incoming drafters who are new to the field" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about GFT layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about GFT layoffs and their outlook for job security at GFT in 2026.

What are the top reviewed GFT locations?

Camp Hill , New York , Baltimore , Raleigh , Philadelphia , Pittsburgh , Harrisburg , Miami , Los Angeles , Valley Forge , Fairfax , Piscataway , Marlton , Kansas City , Washington , Denver , Chicago , Fort Worth , Columbus , Roseville , San Francisco , Suffolk , Woodbury , Wilmington , Long Beach , Seattle , Mechanicsburg , Audubon , Owings Mills , Jacksonville

GFT reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(411 total reviews)

Mike Orth

100% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (411 reviews)

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

GFT has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 411 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The GFT employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

411 reviews

5.0

Mar 10, 2021

Great Company

Intern

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

They were very invested in my education

Cons

It was virtual because of Covid

GFT Response

5y

At Gannett Fleming we do our very best to promote a culture of learning. As an intern or an early career professional, we recognize the value of delivering a meaningful work experience. This could come in the form of formal training and education, as well as providing hands on learning opportunities. Thank you for taking a moment to comment on your internship experience at Gannett Fleming.

5.0

Mar 10, 2021

Respected Design Firm

Structural engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

High quality colleagues, prestigious projects, large variety of work and opportunities, adapts to meet evolving client requirements

Cons

Medium size firm where branch office culture can differ from the headquarters

2.0

Mar 9, 2021

Toxic environment

Environmental planner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

None. The office environment was awful and everyone was extremely passive aggressive.

Cons

Bullying, toxic, overloads its staff

GFT Response

5y

We place a great deal of emphasis on respectful communication at levels of this organization. Our most senior leadership and Human Resources department takes workplace bullying and toxicity very seriously. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We regret that this was your experience during your time with Gannett Fleming. There will be action to further explore the issues you raise in our Toronto office.

Viewing 271 - 273 of 411 Reviews

Jobs at GFT

Traffic Management Center (TMC) Operator I - (3rd Shift)

Transportation Construction Assistant

Bridge Digital Delivery Lead

Staff Engineer, Site/Civil

GFT

GFT reviews

Company ratings over time

Ratings by demographic groups

Reviews by job title

Great Company

Respected Design Firm

Toxic environment

Jobs at GFT

GFT reviews FAQs

Want the inside scoop on your own company?

Bowls

Followed companies

Job searches

Company ratings over time

GFT reviews FAQs

Jobs at GFT