Chief Bridge Engineer

CME Associates; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

DRMP is seeking a Chief Bridge/Structures Engineer to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects in Florida. You will serve as Project Manager, Engineer of Record, or Design Lead, directing design and calculations for large multi‑discipline transportation structures.

Ideal candidates have 20+ years in bridge design with a PE/SE license, extensive experience with FDOT standards, and a track record mentoring engineers. Sign-on bonus offered and opportunity to shape a growing practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil/Structural Eng from ABET-accredited school.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer (PE/SE).
• 15+ years post‑registration structural experience.
• 20+ years in bridge design/plan production including multiple bridge types.
• Proficient with bridge design software such as FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge, SmartBridge, LARSA, etc.
• Proficient with Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD/CADD.
• 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler a plus.
• Familiar with AASHTO LRFD and FDOT standards.
• Able to mentor junior engineers and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Good QA/QC and technical review skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead as Structures Project Manager, EOR, or Design Lead on multi‑discipline projects.
• Act as Technical Structures Design Lead for bridge design and plans.
• Direct data collection, calculations, and evaluation of design options.
• Plan, design, and produce structural calculations, reports, drawings, and specs.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of calculations, drawings, and specs.
• Lead marketing for bridge pursuits (FDOT letters, presentations, interviews).
• Support construction phase: RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, problem solving.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide project teams.

Skills

Licensed PE/SE

Bridge design

Post-tensioning

FDOT design software

3D modeling(OpenBridge Modeler)

Microstation

AutoCAD/CADD

OpenRoad/Office suite

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil/Structural Eng

M.S. in Civil/Structural Eng

Florida PE/SE license or eligible

Tools

FB Multi-Pier

Leap Bridge Concrete

SmartBridge

LARSA

CSI

STAAD

MDX

Shoring Suite

FDOT MathCAD worksheets

Atlas

Job description

DRMP is a fast-growing transportation engineering firm in the Southeast, seeking a Chief Bridge/Structures Engineer, P.E., 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.

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

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

• Bachelors 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
• 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
• Complex structures design is a plus
• 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.