Bridge Project Leader for Public Sector – Ownership Path

gpac

Lisle (IL)

On-site

USD 145,000 - 165,000

Full time

35 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Firm ownership opportunities
Competitive base salary + bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Retirement contributions
Paid time off

Job summary

GPAC is seeking a Bridge Leader in the Greater Chicago Area to take ownership of major bridge and structural projects, mentor engineers, and influence the practice's growth. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and leadership within a collaborative team.

The position offers a base salary of $145K-$165K plus performance bonuses, with potential firm ownership opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • SE license required.
  • 15+ years of bridge/structural design and project management experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Experience delivering transportation projects for public agencies.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable bridge design standards.
  • Proficiency with bridge design, analysis, and drafting software.
  • Proven client leadership and staff development skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead bridge and structural projects from planning through delivery.
  • Own project budgets, schedules, scope, and quality.
  • Build trusted relationships with public-sector clients.
  • Guide design decisions and review technical deliverables.
  • Mentor engineers and support proposals and new project pursuits.

Skills

SE license
15+ years experience
Bridge design
Transportation projects
Client leadership
Staff development
Drafting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
ABET-accredited program

Tools

Bridge design software

Job description

GPAC is seeking a Bridge Leader in the Greater Chicago Area to take ownership of major bridge and structural projects, mentor engineers, and influence the practice's growth. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and leadership within a collaborative team.

The position offers a base salary of $145K-$165K plus performance bonuses, with potential firm ownership opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

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