Bridge Design Manager

Stantec; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is looking for a Bridge Design Manager to lead engineering teams on infrastructure projects. Located in Columbia, Greenville, or Charleston, SC, or Atlanta, GA, this position oversees design and project deliverables for bridges and related infrastructure, while managing client interactions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 10+ years of structural design experience. Candidates must have proficiency in bridge design software and be effective leaders with good communication skills. Stantec offers competitive benefits and is committed to an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the structural design of bridges and transportation structures.
• Ability to work as key personnel or subject-matter expert.
• PE license or ability to obtain the PE license in SC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development and project deliverables for bridges and related infrastructure.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving complex problems.
• Perform client coordination including deliverables and invoicing.

Skills

Proficiency in CSI Bridge

Leadership skills

Strong oral and written communication

Bridging design codes understanding

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree; graduate degree highly desired

Tools

SAP 2000

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Bridge Design Manager

Stantec is seeking a Bridge Design Manager to be located in Columbia, Greenville, or Charleston, SC, or Atlanta, GA. The position leads and manages engineering teams on both large and small infrastructure projects and pursuits.

Your 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.

Your 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 are essential.
• Experience and familiarity with agencies such as SCDOT, NCDOT, GDOT, Norfolk Southern, and CSXT is desired.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree; graduate degree highly desired.
• 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.

Job Details

Position primarily works in an office setting. Columbia is the preferred location, but Charleston or Greenville can be considered. Some weekly travel to Columbia will be required.

Travel: Yes. Schedule: Full time.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary

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 insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Employees receive ten paid holidays each calendar year. Vacation accrual ranges from 10 to 20 days per year and 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.

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, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. The company 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, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.