Bridge Project Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is hiring a Bridge Project Engineer based in Atlanta, GA. This role involves supporting the design and delivery of bridge projects while ensuring technical excellence and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and experience in bridge design and GDOT projects. A hybrid work schedule is available, allowing for a balance between office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience required in bridge design.
• Prior experience with GDOT projects required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced judgement and analysis techniques for engineering designs.
• Plan and coordinate detailed phases of projects.
• Monitor project progress to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Bridge design

Engineering judgment

Collaboration

Technical communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

ProjectWise

Bentley software

Job description

Join Us:

Drive Structural Impact as a Bridge Project Engineer — Design, Advance, and Deliver

Do you bring a passion for solving complex bridge challenges and a commitment to delivering high-quality structural solutions? Are you motivated by collaborating across teams, applying sound engineering judgment, and contributing to projects that improve safety and long-term performance?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to join our Bridge Team in Atlanta (Midtown), GA, where you’ll support the planning, analysis, and delivery of bridge and structural projects. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help ensure technical excellence across each phase of project development—advancing resilient transportation networks that serve communities for years to come.

CHA believes our employees should have the time and flexibility to balance work and personal commitments. We offer most employees the option of a hybrid schedule with a work week that includes both office and work from home days.

What You'll Do:

• Provide advanced judgement and analysis techniques to complete complex engineering designs, technical reports, specifications, and contract documents for bridge projects
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of projects with other engineering disciplines and project management staff
• Monitor project progress and performance to ensure efficient production and minimize issues in vital infrastructure
• Complete projects within budget and scheduling constraints, supporting sustainable and cost-effective solutions
• Provide guidance and technical review for junior engineering staff

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree in Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of discipline-specific engineering experience required in bridge design
• Prior experience with GDOT projects required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• Experience with Bluebeam, ProjectWise, Bentley software and GDOT in-house software
• Experience with interdisciplinary coordination with geotechnical, hydraulics, and environmental teams
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual, team-oriented environment
• Experience mentoring junior staff and delegating work to support project delivery
• Proven management experience developing scopes of work, forecasting effort, and maintaining client communication
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Find your why at CHA by contributing to infrastructure that connects people, strengthens communities, and shapes the way we move—through bridge projects that leave a lasting impact
• Be part of a team that’s always searching for a better way—where collaboration, shared expertise, and innovative thinking come together to solve complex challenges
• Build a career with purpose and momentum—gaining exposure to diverse structural projects while growing your technical influence, confidence, and role in project delivery

Curious about the impactful work our Bridge team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to safe, resilient infrastructure by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$100,000 - $120,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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