Bridge Practice Team Leader (PE/SE) – Lead Projects & Growth

Graef Anhalt Schloemer & Assoc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Plans

Retirement Savings Plan

ESOP

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GRAEF is seeking a Bridge Practice Team Leader in Chicago to manage a growing bridge group and drive project leadership across high-profile duties. You will oversee staff, guide business development activities, and deepen client relationships with DOT projects and tollway initiatives.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree with structural focus, PE, 8+ years of IDOT-bridge design experience, and the ability to obtain SE within a year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• PE license is required; SE preferred or obtainable within 1 year.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in structural bridge design per IDOT standards.
• Experience with business development and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage current staff and assist with growing the bridge group.
• Lead and participate in business development activities and client management.
• Develop new business opportunities by strengthening existing relationships and creating new connections.
• Represent the firm at industry events, associations and community activities.
• Oversee projects in engineering and management, including priorities, budgets and design
• Serve as a technical resource for bridge team members.

Skills

Bridge project leadership

Client management

Proposal development

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Master's in Structural Engineering

Job description

GRAEF is seeking a Bridge Practice Team Leader in Chicago to manage a growing bridge group and drive project leadership across high-profile duties. You will oversee staff, guide business development activities, and deepen client relationships with DOT projects and tollway initiatives.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree with structural focus, PE, 8+ years of IDOT-bridge design experience, and the ability to obtain SE within a year.