Chief Bridge Engineer

Trilon; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Outstanding holiday and PTO programs

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Mentorship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Health and dental insurance premiums

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

DRMP, a growing transportation engineering firm in the Southeast, seeks a Chief Bridge Engineer to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects in Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on design leadership, project delivery, and mentoring the team.

The candidate will oversee bridge design, performance assessments, and production of plans, with a strong emphasis on client deadlines and quality control. A PE/SE license and extensive bridge experience are required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Licensed PE and/or SE preferred; Florida registration a plus.
• Minimum 15+ years post‑registration structural engineering experience; bridge design focus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Structures Project Manager, Engineer of Record, or Design Lead on multi‑discipline transportation projects.
• Lead as Technical Structures Design Lead for all bridge design and plans development.
• Direct investigations of design alternatives, data collection, and solution evaluation.
• Plan and produce structural calculations, reports, drawings, and specs for bridges/transportation structures.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of calculations, reports, drawings, and specs.
• Lead marketing for bridge pursuits including FDOT responses and technical interviews.
• Support construction through RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and problem solving.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Bridge design

Bridge rehab

PE license

SE license

15+ years experience

20+ years bridge design

FDOT/DOT project experience

Microstation

AutoCAD/CADD

OpenBridge Modeler

AASHTO LRFD

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

B.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering

PE/SE certification

Tools

FB Multi-Pier

Leap Bridge

SmartBridge

LARSA

STAAD

MDX

Shoring Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

DRMP is a fast‑growing transportation engineering firm in the Southeast, seeking a Chief Bridge Engineer, to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects. If you bring deep experience in bridge design and rehabilitation — and want a role where your work directly shapes a growing practice — this is the right move.

Department: Transportation

Location: Atlanta, GA

We're offering a $20,000 sign‑on bonus for the right candidate.

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Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Structures Project Manager, Engineer of Record, or Design Lead on multi‑disciplined transportation projects using both conventional and alternative delivery methods
• Serve as Technical Structures Design Lead for all aspects of bridge design and plans preparation
• Direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions
• Direct planning, design and production of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications for projects related to bridge and transportation structures
• Perform technical reviews (QA/QC) of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications ensuring appropriate design criteria, procedures and guidelines are followed
• Lead marketing efforts for bridge project pursuits including FDOT Letters of Response, Presentations and Technical Interviews
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET‑accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer
• 15+ years post‑registration structural engineering experience
• 20+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post‑tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation‑related structures
• Complex structures design is a plus
• Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi‑Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT suite of FDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets
• Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans
• Ability to do 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small‑to‑large‑scale multi‑discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity
• Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus
• Experience with post‑tensioning applications is a plus
• Experience with straddle bent design is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time‑management skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self‑initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail‑oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering
• PE and/or SE certification in Florida or the ability to obtain Florida Registration
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of the FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid‑time‑off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short‑Term Disability/Long‑Term Disability
• Company‑furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol‑Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E‑Verify employer.