Bridge Design Engineer Manager ($4000 Hiring Incentive)

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays (10)

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Job summary

Arizona Department of Transportation seeks a Bridge Design Manager to lead the Bridge Group’s in-house design programs within the Five Year Highway Construction Program. You will oversee project delivery, staff assignments, schedules, budgets and performance measures while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve ADOT goals.

This role includes a remote work option under the State program and a $4,000 hiring incentive.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and bridge analysis.
• Experience leading professional/technical staff and managing projects.
• Familiarity with Federal and State statutes and agency standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Bridge Group's in-house design projects within the Five Year Highway Construction Program.
• Direct tasks to Bridge Design Section Leaders and the Standards Engineer; monitor schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with ADOT, FHWA, and other agencies to resolve bridge issues and achieve goals.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Arizona PE License - Civil

Job description

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

Bridge Design Manager

( $4,000 Hiring Incentive )

4975 - BRIDGE OPERATIONS

205 S. 17th Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $107,200 - $117,200

Anticipated salary: $112,200.00

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Grade: 29

Closing Date: October 15, 2026

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the State Bridge Engineer, manages Bridge Group programs and design services for projects within the Five Year Highway Construction Program. Oversees project delivery, staff assignments, schedules, budgets and performance measures while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and achieve ADOT goals. Leads, coaches and develops staff to promote a safe, inclusive and continuously improving work environment.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Job Duties:

Manage and oversee the Bridge Group's In-house design projects in the Five Year Highway Construction Program and tasks assigned to the Subcommittee of Bridges and Structures, under ADOT's Standards Committee. Assist in the programming process for establishing bridge projects in the Five Year Highway Construction Program. Directing, scheduling and assigning tasks and design projects to Bridge Design Section Leaders and the Standards Engineer. Review and monitor project deliverables and tasks to ensure projects and tasks are delivered on schedule and within budget.
Work with representatives from ADOT Group and District managers, FHWA, other government and private sector officials to discuss and resolve bridge issues. Participate in the development and implementation of Bridge Group measurements in maintaining alignment with ADOT's goals. Use measurement tools to ensure goals are achieved and countermeasures are developed and implemented in achieving Bridge Design Services Goals and Objectives.
Assist the State Bridge Engineer in the development and the implementation of Bridge Group practices, guidelines, procedures or administrative directives. Serve as acting State Bridge Engineer as so designated. Oversee bridge related research through participating on research panels, review boards, committees and attending bridge seminars and conferences.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Civil engineering principles and skill in application for analysis of bridge structures to establish sound| policies and guidelines and make correct decisions on bridge issues for new construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, repair and preservation of the state's bridge inventory.
• Organizational theories and management methods to lead a highly professional and technical staff in order to meet project and program schedules and requirements.
• Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and agency standards, policies and procedures to provide consistency, quality and sound legal basis for desired results.

SKILL IN:

• Leadership
• Verbal and written communication
• Conflict resolution

ABILITY TO:

• Articulate engineering concepts.
• Provide direction to direct and indirect reports.
• Inspire subordinates to achieve desired results.
• Coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles.

Selective Preference(s)

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. 5-10 years experience in bridge engineering with supervisory experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Registered Arizona Professional Engineering License - Civil or candidates will be required to meet registration requirements set forth by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration and attain an Arizona PE from the Board within 6 months of employment start date.

Must possess a valid Arizona state driver's license with an acceptable 39 month driving history - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.

Retirement

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: 06 Oct 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Oct 2026 US Mountain Standard Time