Bridges Structures Department Lead

HNTB; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 151,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an industry-best Structures Department Manager to lead and grow our bridge and structures practice across Northern New England, including Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. This role drives client relationships, project delivery, and staff development within a nationwide bridges practice.

You will oversee budgets, staffing, and strategic planning while coordinating with multiple disciplines on major bridge projects, including urban and rural settings, and mentor a team of 15–20

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of experience including 2 years in supervision.
• PE certification is required.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates outside of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget and forecasts.
• Manages department staff, development, mentoring and training needs.
• Supports strategic planning and firm SSA processes on projects.
• Oversees contracting (SCA) processes including scope, work plans and fees.
• Leads project delivery processes to ensure quality, on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Leads marketing efforts including client discovery, proposals and win-to-work activities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Client relationships

Team supervision

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) certification - required

Job description

HNTB is seeking an industry-best Structures Department Manager to lead and grow our bridge and structures practice across Northern New England, including Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. This role drives client relationships, project delivery, and staff development within a nationwide bridges practice.

You will oversee budgets, staffing, and strategic planning while coordinating with multiple disciplines on major bridge projects, including urban and rural settings, and mentor a team of 15–20