Learning & Development

At GFT, we invest in your growth from day one.

Our learning and development programs empower employees at every career stage with training, mentorship, and opportunities to build new skills. Whether you’re pursuing technical expertise, leadership development, or cross-disciplinary experience, you’ll find pathways designed to support your goals and amplify your impact.

Opportunities to Learn, Lead, and Thrive

Discover how each GFT’s learning and development programs help you learn and advance throughout your career.

We believe learning and development fuel innovation, career growth, and industry leadership. Whether you’re just starting out or are an experienced professional, you’ll find meaningful opportunities to advance your skills and shape your future. Our employees have access to continuous learning, mentorship, and technical upskilling across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Through offerings such as our Project Management Academy, professional certification support, tuition reimbursement, Emerging Leaders program, and hands-on project experience, we empower our employees to grow with purpose.

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We also invest in personalized development plans, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and resources that help you stay ahead of emerging technologies and market trends. At GFT, your growth doesn’t stop at technical skills; we nurture strong communicators, strategic thinkers, and future leaders.

Instructor-Led Courses

Project Management (PM) Foundations

PM Foundations is GFT’s entry-level project management development program, designed to introduce employees to the core principles and practices of effective project management aligned with the GFT project lifecycle.

Project Management (PM) Academy

PM Academy is GFT’s advanced project management training program designed to elevate the capabilities of project managers across all levels, with a particular focus on those with established experience.

Project Principal Bootcamp

Project Principal Bootcamp is a high-impact leadership development experience designed for GFT project principals who oversee projects at a strategic level.

LEAD Manager Training

GFT’s LEAD Manager Training program is a leadership development course designed to empower new people managers with the essential skills and mindset needed to effectively lead their team.

Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders is GFT’s leadership development program designed for mid-level leaders who are ready to deepen their self-awareness and expand their impact.

Certification & Continuing Education Support

PMP® Exam Preparation Program

This blended training PMP® Exam Preparation Program helps prepare you for pursuing certification as a project management professional (PMP).

FE/PE Exam Prep Courses

The FE/PE exam prep courses offer you structured, on-demand, web-based learning.

Tuition Reimbursement

Employees are eligible to seek tuition reimbursement for courses taken at accredited academic institutions that confer associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees, including online colleges. Additionally, the firm offers employees opportunities to receive reimbursement for approved non-degree, non-certification coursework that aligns with their specific career objectives and the firm’s long-term goals and strategies.

On-Demand Learning Libraries

From Percipio and LinkedIn Learning to Revit and Bentley, all employees have access to on-demand learning opportunities, including courses on our own learning network.

Growth, Mentorship & Leadership Opportunities

Internal Growth Opportunities (IGO) Program

While many employees will find significant opportunities for growth and development arising from their original position, the company recognizes that openings for other positions may also present exciting opportunities for employees to contribute in ways that are not on their current career path. The company has established the Internal Growth Opportunities (IGO) Program to ensure that all eligible company employees who express an interest are considered for posted job openings within the company.

Mentorship Program

At GFT, we believe growth occurs when we support one another, and our proprietary program is designed to help employees build internal connections, develop their skills, and shape their careers.

Manager’s Toolkit

This online resource offers the tools, resources, policies, and learning opportunities to help GFT’s managers manage their teams efficiently and effectively.

Performance Reviews

Held twice per year, our performance reviews provide clear, supportive feedback to help employees grow, set meaningful goals, and advance their careers.