Bridge Performance Management Engineer

State of Utah; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 66,124 - 107,452; Full time

Job summary

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a driven professional to create and execute strategies for managing the performance of the state's bridge infrastructure. You will oversee bridge planning, programming, and preservation to optimize system performance and asset management.

Location is in Taylorsville, UT; salary ranges from $48.10 to $78.23 hourly, with full-time, in-office/on-site work options.

Qualifications

• Valid PE licensure in Utah or reciprocity with Utah.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience post-PE licensure; 6+ preferred.
• Strong knowledge of bridge planning, preservation, and load rating concepts.

Responsibilities

• Set goals and develop repeatable methodologies for bridge condition projections and lifecycle management.
• Lead planning, programming documents, and preservation/replacement strategies within budget constraints.
• Provide technical support, lead presentations, and participate in national bridge initiatives.

Skills

Civil engineering

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license (Utah)

Job description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a driven professional to create and execute strategies for managing the performance of the state's bridge infrastructure. In this role, the employee will oversee and offer expert guidance on bridge planning, programming, and preservation to optimize system performance and ensure proactive asset management.

About The Role

Location: Structures, Po Box 148470, Taylorsville, Utah 84129, United States.

Salary: $48.10 - $78.23 hourly wage; Schedule Code: AX - Employees in supervisory positions; Full‑Time; Remote Work: In-Office / On‑Site.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Program Management: Set goals and establish processes; develop consistent and repeatable methodologies for bridge condition projections; establish programmatic philosophies and strategies for selection, prioritization, and tracking of bridge for maintenance, preservation, rehabilitation, and replacement; develop a plan for cost effective life cycle management of every structure; plan and manage structures programs; establish funding recommendations.
• Project Execution & Technical Oversight: Analyze data to establish bridge health condition; lead, write, review and approve planning and programming documents; implement strategies to optimize system performance within funding constraints; determine cost‑effective preservation strategies, maintenance priorities, and rehabilitation activities; manage and maintain dashboards, data, and related websites; develop annual needs and accomplishments presentations.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a liaison for the Structures Division; participate in consultant selection; provide technical support to staff; deliver presentations or training; and participate in national initiatives for bridge performance.
• Reporting & Compliance: Manage and lead federal compliance submittal processes and documentation (including TAMP, consistency reporting, and replacement costs), and manage dashboards/data as well as annual reporting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technical Engineering: Mastery of civil engineering principles, standard specifications, and the theories/practices of bridge construction, preservation, and rehabilitation.
• Leadership & Management: Proven ability to supervise staff, delegate tasks, manage diverse workforces, and coordinate group activities to achieve strategic objectives.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and listen effectively to partners.
• Analytical & Problem Solving: Proficiency in using logic and methodical examination to analyze data, evaluate information against regulations, and propose quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) within the State of Utah.
• Individuals licensed out‑of‑state are required to secure Utah reciprocity before their official start date.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of engineering experience post‑PE licensure is required, though candidates with six (6) or more years are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced academic credentials, specifically a Master's degree in Structural Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven track record in overseeing personnel and administering contracts.
• Comprehensive technical background in bridge‑related disciplines, including planning, load rating, design, construction, and National Bridge Inspection certified in‑service inspections.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain significant programmatic budgets.
• Background in design, inspection, construction, or maintenance.

Why You Should Join Our Team

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].