Bridge Design Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Design Manager located in South Carolina to lead engineering teams on infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include overseeing design development for bridges and facilities, providing technical assistance, and mentoring engineers. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in bridge design and possess a bachelor's degree, with a focus on proficiency in various design software. This role offers a full-time position primarily in office settings with potential travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural design of bridges.
• Bridge inspection experience is beneficial.
• PE license or ability to obtain it in the State of SC.
• Experience as key personnel or SME on conventional and alternative delivery bridge projects.
• Bridge inspection experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development and project deliverables for bridge projects.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving complex problems.
• Mentor and monitor work by other bridge engineers.
• Lead and mentor bridge engineers; perform QA/QC on deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients; manage submittals, meetings, and invoicing.
• Assist in proposals and presentations for pursuits and meetings.
• Willingness to develop conference papers and presentations.

Skills

Proficiency in CSI Bridge

Proficiency in SAP 2000

Proficiency in Bentley OpenBridge Designer

Proficiency in MicroStation

Proficiency in MathCad

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Strong leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

CSI Bridge

SAP 2000

Bentley OpenBridge Designer

Xtract

MicroStation

MathCad

AutoCAD

AASHTO BrR

AASHTO BrM

Google Earth

SketchUp

Job description

Bridge Design Manager

Stantec is seeking a Bridge Design Manager that can be located in Columbia, Greenville, or Charleston, SC, or Atlanta, GA, to lead and manage engineering teams on both large and small infrastructure projects and pursuits. The role will establish a leading position on project design teams and support communities through exciting and unique projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee design development and project deliverables for projects such as bridges, highway interchanges, roadway widening, railroad infrastructure, pedestrian facilities, and public spaces.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving complex problems and decision making.
• Oversee construction phase services on behalf of the Designer of Record.
• Perform and lead various design projects under Design/Bid/Build and Design/Build environments.
• Mentor and monitor work by other bridge engineers. Provide design oversight and perform quality control and quality assurance checks on deliverables.
• Perform client coordination including deliverables, submittals, meetings, addressing review comments, and invoicing.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and presentations on various pursuits and public information meetings.
• Willingness to develop conference papers and presentations.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficiency in CSI Bridge, SAP 2000, Bentley OpenBridge Designer, Xtract, MicroStation, MathCad and similar structural analysis and design software.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, AASHTO BrR, AASHTO BrM, Google Earth, and SketchUp.
• Expert level understanding of bridge design and rating codes, legal and design requirements in South Carolina.
• Knowledge of SCDOT displacement‑based methodology for seismic design, in addition to AASHTO force‑based approach.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and/or projects concurrently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills.
• Experience and familiarity with agencies such as SCDOT, NCDOT, GDOT, Norfolk Southern, CSXT, etc. is desired.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree; Graduate Degree highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the structural design of bridges and transportation structures and ability to work as key personnel or subject‑matter‑expert on conventional and alternative delivery bridge design and transportation projects.
• Bridge inspection experience is beneficial.
• PE license or ability to obtain the PE license in the State of SC.

Location & Travel

Primary location: United States, SC, Columbia. Traveling to Columbia weekly may be required. Position will primarily work in an office setting.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. Employees may accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and are eligible for paid sick leave in accordance with state and local law. Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

EEO Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.