Bridge Engineer Project Manager

Civil Design Inc; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

HSA and PPO coverage

Annual HSA contributions

PTO

ESOP eligibility

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Civil Design Inc. seeks a Bridge Engineer Project Manager to lead structural projects, manage scope and budgets, and coordinate with teams across multiple locations. The role requires PE licensure, strong bridge design experience, and proficiency with MicroStation/ORD.

The position supports CDI's mission to build stronger communities, offers travel up to 10%, and presents a pathway to advance in a collaborative, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Registered PE.
• IL Structural Engineer licensure preferred.
• Team Leader Bridge Inspection certification preferred.
• 10+ years of bridge design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects by creating scope and budgets, directing the design, and coordinating work with staff and design team members.
• Signing/sealing work as required.
• Analyzing and designing transportation-related structures including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and sign structure foundations.
• Serving as a key contact with clients, contractors, and local officials.
• Collaborating with CDI Structural Service Leadership and Project Engineers to develop effective solutions.
• Assisting in engineering project proposals and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Team Leadership

Project Management

DOT Projects

Structural Analysis

Communication

Education

Master's in Civil/Structural Eng

PE License

IL Structural Engineer Licensure

Team Leader Bridge Inspection cert

Bridge Design - 10+ yrs

Tools

MicroStation

ORD

Job description

Civil Design Inc

Description:

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Since its founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members with six locations. We operate in three states serving our six service lines - Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources. We have office locations in Missouri St. Louis and Jefferson City, Illinois Collinsville and Effingham and Kentucky Louisville and Prestonsburg.

We are looking for a Bridge Engineer Project Manager to support our CDI mission in Building Stronger Communities. By leading projects and guiding the next generation of engineers, you will support our mission and developing a better tomorrow.

Be a part of the CDI Mission:

The Structural Bridge Project Manager will be an integral part of our Structures/Bridge Group, leading team members who design various bridges and structures, and supporting our transportation and site development groups with their design needs. CDI respects our team and aspires to best utilize each team member's personal and professional talents. CDI values a people-first culture and encourages flexible scheduling to help each team member reach their ideal work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing structural engineering projects by creating scope and budgets, directing the design, and coordinating work with other staff and design team members.
• Signing/sealing work as required.
• Analyzing and designing transportation-related structures including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and sign structure foundations.
• Serving as a key point of contact with clients, contractors, and local officials.
• Displaying an eagerness to work on a wide variety of project types.
• Assisting in the preparation of engineering project proposals.
• Working collaboratively with the CDI Structural Service Leadership, Project Engineers, and other team members to develop effective solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with CDI's safety procedures.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Being able to lead a project that includes collaboration with the team as well as managing tasks and being responsive to client needs.
• Proficient with MicroStation and ORD platforms.
• Project Management experience with DOT clients.
• Positive attitude
• Ability to be self-directed with focus on quality while working within a team.
• Highly proficient with structural analysis and design software.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while possessing strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills. Strong knowledge of bridge construction materials (Steel, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Precast Prestressed Concrete), construction methods, structural inspections, and construction document preparation.

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in civil or structural engineering (a plus but not required).
• Registered PE.
• IL Structural Engineer licensure (preferred qualification).
• Team Leader Bride Inspection certification (preferred qualification).
• 10 years plus of bridge design experience.

This role can be based out of the Collinsville, IL, Effingham, IL, Jefferson City, MO, St. Louis, MO, Louisville, KY, or Prestonsburg, KY. The travel expected is up to 10%.

Why Join CDI?

Below is a brief highlight of our benefits:

• 401(k) match for up to 4.5%
• 100% coverage on HSA and PPO plan options
• Annual HSA contributions
• Competitive PTO (paid time off)
• ESOP eligibility
• 8 hours of VTO (volunteer time off) annually

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000/year. Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

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