AVP - Bridge Engineering

Conrad Consulting Ltd; New Durham (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Continuing Education

Mentorship program

Employee Referral Bonus

Industry association support

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd seeks an Associate Vice President - Bridge Structural Lead to drive growth of its transportation and bridge practice across New Jersey. You will lead complex bridge projects, build a high-performing local team, and expand relationships with major transportation agencies.

The role blends senior technical leadership with business development, client engagement, and mentoring of staff to ensure delivery excellence and adherence to NJDOT standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of bridge and transportation structural engineering experience
• PE License in New Jersey
• Strong knowledge of NJDOT standards and procedures
• Proven success developing client relationships and winning work

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, PANYNJ, NJ Transit, counties, and municipalities
• Lead business development efforts including proposals, presentations, teaming strategies, and client engagement
• Manage and deliver bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating projects
• Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on transportation structures projects
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and client communications
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of structural deliverables
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across structural, civil, architecture, and MEP disciplines
• Mentor, develop, and grow bridge engineering staff within New Jersey
• Support existing agency contracts and pursue new opportunities
• Represent the firm at industry events and professional organizations

Skills

Client relationships

Team leadership

Project management

Bridge engineering expertise

Business development

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

PE License – New Jersey

Job description

A leading multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an Associate Vice President - Bridge Structural Lead to help drive the growth of its transportation and bridge practice across New Jersey.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior bridge engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with business development and leadership capabilities. You'll play a key role in expanding relationships with major transportation agencies while leading complex bridge projects and building a high-performing local team.

The Opportunity

As the Bridge Structural Lead, you will serve as both a client-facing leader and technical authority, helping to strengthen and expand the firm's presence throughout New Jersey. Working closely with established bridge and transportation teams across the Northeast, you'll have the platform, resources, and support needed to grow a successful regional practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, PANYNJ, NJ Transit, counties, and municipalities
• Lead business development efforts including proposals, presentations, teaming strategies, and client engagement
• Manage and deliver bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating projects
• Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on transportation structures projects
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and client communications
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of structural deliverables
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across structural, civil, architecture, and MEP disciplines
• Mentor, develop, and grow bridge engineering staff within New Jersey
• Support existing agency contracts and pursue new opportunities
• Represent the firm at industry events and professional organizations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
• PE License in New Jersey required
• 15+ years of bridge and transportation structural engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of NJDOT standards and procedures
• Experience with bridge design, rehabilitation, inspections, and load ratings
• Proven success developing client relationships and winning work
• Strong project management and team leadership experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Why Join?

• Leadership role with significant influence on regional growth strategy
• Opportunity to work with major transportation agencies throughout the Northeast
• Access to an established platform of technical resources and multidisciplinary expertise
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Continuing Education and Professional Development Programs
• Mentorship and Leadership Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Industry Association and Volunteer Involvement Support
• Comprehensive Benefits Package