Bridges & Structures Department Lead (Ohio)

Colliers Engineering & Design; Ohio; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)/Roth matching

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Mentorship program

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design seeks a Department Manager to lead our Bridges & Structures team in Ohio. The role requires a civil engineering degree, professional licensure in Ohio, and extensive bridge design/leadership experience.

You will oversee projects, budgets, and staffing, while collaborating with regional leaders and contributing to marketing and client development initiatives. The position offers growth within a multidisciplinary firm with broad project opportunities across the state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• 10+ years of experience in bridge engineering; 7+ years with proposals, budgets and financial management to run a team.
• Ohio PE license is required (or through reciprocity).
• Knowledge of industry best practices and trends to maintain leadership.
• Ability to lead, plan, organize and manage staff and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Bridges & Structures department within Ohio, guiding project scope, schedule, quality and budget.
• Collaborate with other Department Managers regionally and with the Regional Discipline Leader.
• Involve in marketing and business development to grow client base.
• Monitor work backlog and allocate work across the region.
• Oversee proposals and contracts, ensuring staff performance and financial targets.
• Drive new business development and manage relationships with existing clients.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Proposal writing

Budget management

Team leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

Colliers Engineering & Design seeks a Department Manager to lead our Bridges & Structures team in Ohio. The role requires a civil engineering degree, professional licensure in Ohio, and extensive bridge design/leadership experience.

You will oversee projects, budgets, and staffing, while collaborating with regional leaders and contributing to marketing and client development initiatives. The position offers growth within a multidisciplinary firm with broad project opportunities across the state.