Senior Bridge Engineer

SMEC Philippines, Inc.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC Philippines, Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to lead bridge design and structural analysis for major transportation projects.

You will oversee calculations, reports, and compliance with AASHTO, Eurocode, and local standards, coordinating with geotechnical, roadway, and construction teams. The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers, conducting design reviews, and delivering within scope and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Master's Degree an advantage.
• Licensed/registered Civil Engineer.
• 8+ years of experience in bridge or structural engineering design.
• Strong proficiency in structural software (e.g., MIDAS, STAAD).
• Solid understanding of geotechnical principles, materials engineering, and construction methods.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural analysis and design of bridges, viaducts, retaining structures, and other civil structures.
• Perform detailed calculations for superstructures, substructures, foundations, seismic and wind loading, and load ratings.
• Prepare and review technical design reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Apply relevant design standards (e.g., AASHTO, Eurocode, DPWH, other local codes).
• Conduct constructability and value engineering reviews to optimize design solutions.
• Manage and deliver multiple bridge design tasks within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with geotechnical, roadway, drainage, utilities, and construction teams.
• Support project managers in scope development, risk assessments, and project planning.
• Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and design reviews.
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures for design deliverables.
• Ensure all designs meet safety requirements, regulatory approvals, and industry best practices.
• Review and validate work completed by junior engineers and CAD experts.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.
• Lead internal design workshops, technical training, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Support team development and participate in performance evaluations as required.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Mentoring

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree an advantage

Licensed/registered Civil Engineer

Tools

MIDAS

STAAD

Job description

Responsibilities:

Technical Design & Analysis

• Lead the structural analysis and design of bridges, viaducts, retaining structures, and other civil structures.

• Perform detailed calculations for superstructures, substructures, foundations, seismic and wind loading, and load ratings.

• Prepare and review technical design reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.

• Apply relevant design standards (e.g., AASHTO, Eurocode, DPWH, other local codes).

• Conduct constructability and value engineering reviews to optimize design solutions.

Project Delivery & Coordination

• Manage and deliver multiple bridge design tasks within scope, budget, and schedule.

• Coordinate with geotechnical, roadway, drainage, utilities, and construction teams.

• Support project managers in scope development, risk assessments, and project planning.

• Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and design reviews.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Implement and enforce quality control procedures for design deliverables.

• Ensure all designs meet safety requirements, regulatory approvals, and industry best practices.

• Review and validate work completed by junior engineers and CAD experts.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.

• Lead internal design workshops, technical training, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.

• Support team development and participate in performance evaluations as required.

Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

• Master's Degree an advantage.

• Licensed/registered Civil Engineer

• 8+ years of experience in bridge or structural engineering design.

• Strong proficiency in structural software (e.g., MIDAS, STAAD).

• Solid understanding of geotechnical principles, materials engineering, and construction methods.

• Excellent technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on‑ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.