Bridge Design Lead

Consor; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid professional training

License achievement bonus

On-demand learning center

Hybrid/remote work options

Job summary

Consor, based in Dallas, TX, seeks a Bridge Design Lead to oversee planning, analysis, and delivery of complex bridge projects. You will guide design teams, ensure code compliance, and drive innovative, constructible solutions for TxDOT and public clients.

The role emphasizes leadership, QA/QC, mentoring, and business development, with hybrid office/field work requiring strong communication and PE licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Civil/Structural engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years in structural/bridge design with TxDOT experience preferred.
• Active PE license; ability to licensure in other states.
• Experience leading design teams and delivering projects on schedule & budget.
• Proficiency in MicroStation ORD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, LEAP/CSI or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of bridge designs, specs, and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Apply engineering principles to develop safe, resilient, and cost-effective designs.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, agencies to align objectives and schedules.
• Perform structural analyses, load ratings, rehab assessments, and quantity takeoffs.
• Direct QA/QC efforts, design reviews, and responses to comments.
• Mentor junior engineers, promote consistent engineering practices.
• Lead as technical lead on bridge projects, managing scope and budget.
• Develop alternatives for new construction and rehabilitation projects; support proposals.
• Stay current with new technologies and methods to drive innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MicroStation ORD

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

LEAP/CSI

Job description

As a Bridge Design Lead, you will serve as a technical authority responsible for the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects. Leveraging advanced structural engineering expertise, you will lead the development of innovative, cost-effective, and constructible design solutions that meet client objectives while adhering to applicable industry codes, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

In this role, you will oversee all phases of bridge design, including structural analysis, load rating, rehabilitation, and new structure design, while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. You will be accountable for the technical quality, accuracy, schedule, and performance of design deliverables, driving consistency and excellence across projects.

As a recognized leader within the practice, you will provide technical direction, perform design reviews, mentor and develop junior engineers, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing. You will also contribute to project strategy, risk management, resource planning, and business development initiatives, helping to expand client relationships and strengthen the firm’s bridge engineering capabilities. Through your leadership, you will promote engineering excellence, operational efficiency, and the successful delivery of safe, resilient, and sustainable transportation infrastructure.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the preparation and review of bridge design plans, structural calculations, specifications, and technical reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Apply advanced engineering principles, industry standards, and applicable codes to develop innovative, safe, resilient, and cost-effective bridge design solutions.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to align project objectives, resolve technical challenges, and maintain project schedules.
• Perform and oversee structural analyses, load ratings, rehabilitation assessments, cost estimates, and quantity takeoffs to support project planning and successful delivery.
• Direct quality assurance and quality control efforts, including independent design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination checks, and responses to stakeholder and construction-phase comments.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering professional development and promoting consistency in engineering practices across the team.
• Serve as the technical lead for bridge projects, managing design execution, technical decision-making, risk mitigation, and adherence to project scope, budget, and schedule commitments.
• Develop and evaluate alternatives for new bridge construction, replacement, rehabilitation, and preservation projects, considering lifecycle costs, constructability, sustainability, and client objectives.
• Support business development initiatives by contributing to proposals, scope development, fee estimates, client presentations, and strategic pursuits that strengthen market presence and client relationships.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, design methodologies, and transportation infrastructure trends, driving continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the bridge engineering practice.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in structural/bridge design, including extensive work on TxDOT projects.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with ability to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
• Proficiency in MicroStation ORD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and bridge design/analysis software such as LEAP, CSI, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated experience leading design teams and delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with proposal development and client engagement experience considered a plus.
• This hybrid job operates between an office environment and a field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones and copy machines. May require occasional exposure to work environments that may include inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water, depending on project requirements.
• While performing the duties of this job, physical demands of the employee include frequent sitting, moving, standing, talking, hearing, and occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling. This job may occasionally require operating a company vehicle, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 35 lbs.

What Benefits You'll Enjoy:

We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time and contingent positions are only eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact [e-mail].

• Career Growth & Development - Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
• Work-Life Alignment - Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
• Wellness - Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
• Life - Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
• Community - Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups .

How Your Career Will Grow:

We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined. It's often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.

Why You'll Love Consor:

You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.

Consor's Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace

Consor welcomes and celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment in which employees and prospective employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where the uniqueness, perspectives, and experiences of individuals are valued. Consor is an equal opportunity employer and maintains employment practices designed to provide equal employment and development opportunities for all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consor also maintains an affirmative action program across its offices and worksites.

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Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.

At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams - never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact [e-mail].