Bridge Engineering Manager (PE) | Kentucky

Straffing AI; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 141,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Straffing AI in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking an experienced Bridge Engineering Manager to lead and grow our bridge engineering practice on-site in Lexington. This senior role combines technical design leadership, project delivery, client development, and team management.

The ideal candidate is a licensed PE with 10+ years in bridge engineering, proven project management experience, and the ability to build relationships with transportation agencies and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience specifically in bridge engineering.
• Demonstrated experience managing bridge engineering projects, including technical delivery, budgets, and schedules.
• Experience in business development, client relationship management, and/or engineering proposal development.
• Strong technical understanding of bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation structures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for bridge engineering projects, including design, rehabilitation, and related transportation structures.
• Guide project managers and engineering teams on technical decisions, quality standards, schedules, and project execution.
• Oversee project resources, budgets, financial performance, and delivery commitments.
• Support engineering proposals, project planning, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Develop and execute strategies to expand the bridge engineering practice in Kentucky and surrounding markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with transportation agencies, public-sector clients, and infrastructure stakeholders.
• Lead and contribute to technical proposals, client presentations, and pursuit strategies.
• Collaborate with regional office managers and practice leaders to identify new project opportunities.
• Mentor engineers and project managers while supporting professional development and career progression.
• Support departmental planning, operational performance, and sustainable business growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Compensation: $141,000-$180,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Experience: 10+ years in Bridge Engineering

About the Opportunity

Location: Lexington, Kentucky | On-site

Compensation: $141,000-$180,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Experience: 10+ years in Bridge Engineering

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Bridge Engineering Manager to lead and grow a bridge engineering practice in Lexington, Kentucky.

This is a senior technical and leadership opportunity with an established, employee-owned engineering consulting firm. The position combines bridge engineering expertise, project delivery, client development, and team management.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with substantial experience in bridge design and transportation infrastructure projects, a successful track record in project management, and the ability to develop client relationships and lead engineering teams.

Senior Bridge Project Managers, Bridge Design Managers, and experienced Bridge Engineers ready to move into broader practice leadership are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Bridge Engineering & Project Delivery

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for bridge engineering projects, including design, rehabilitation, and related transportation structures.
• Guide project managers and engineering teams on technical decisions, quality standards, schedules, and project execution.
• Oversee project resources, budgets, financial performance, and delivery commitments.
• Support engineering proposals, project planning, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Business Development & Client Relationships

• Develop and execute strategies to expand the bridge engineering practice in Kentucky and surrounding markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with transportation agencies, public-sector clients, and infrastructure stakeholders.
• Lead and contribute to technical proposals, client presentations, and pursuit strategies.
• Collaborate with regional office managers and practice leaders to identify new project opportunities.

Team & Practice Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of bridge engineers and technical professionals.
• Manage staffing requirements, resource allocation, hiring, and performance evaluations.
• Mentor engineers and project managers while supporting professional development and career progression.
• Support departmental planning, operational performance, and sustainable business growth.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience specifically in bridge engineering.
• Demonstrated experience managing bridge engineering projects, including technical delivery, budgets, and schedules.
• Experience in business development, client relationship management, and/or engineering proposal development.
• Strong technical understanding of bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation structures.
• Ability to provide technical direction and leadership to engineering professionals.
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder-management capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering bridge engineering projects for state DOTs, county governments, municipalities, or other public agencies.
• Familiarity with the Kentucky transportation infrastructure market and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) projects.
• Prior supervisory or engineering team leadership experience.
• Experience managing engineering resources, department budgets, and staff development.
• Established professional relationships within the regional transportation engineering community.
• Active Kentucky PE license.
  

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $141,000-$180,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

The employer provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and Roth options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid caregiver leave
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
  

Work Location & Eligibility

This position is based on-site in Lexington, Kentucky.

Candidates must be able to work at the Lexington office. Employer-funded relocation assistance and employment visa sponsorship are not available.