Engineering Manager, Bridge Engineering (Part-Time)

Socket.dev; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Cross-training

Variety of projects

Job summary

Apex seeks an Engineering Manager, Bridge Engineering to lead inspection, design, rehabilitation and load rating projects across transportation programs. You will provide technical oversight, mentor staff, and ensure QA/QC across deliverables.

You will serve as senior resource, lead state DOT and municipal projects, collaborate with clients and regulators, and help grow Apex's bridge engineering capabilities across regions.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• Active PE license preferred.
• 15+ years bridge engineering experience.
• Experience leading bridge inspection programs.
• Strong communication and client interaction skills.
• Mentoring and technical leadership capability.
• Knowledge of bridge inspection and transportation design standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical authority for bridge inspection, rehabilitation, and structural projects.
• Lead bridge inspection programs for state DOTs and local governments.
• Perform and oversee structural analyses, load ratings, and condition assessments.
• Provide QA/QC review of calculations, plans, and reports.
• Support bridge design projects from preliminary to construction.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with clients and regulators to deliver outcomes.
• Contribute to proposals and transportation pursuits.
• Coordinate with project teams across regions.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Inspection programs

Structural analysis

Load ratings

Mentoring

Client interaction

Technical writing

Quality control

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bridge inspection databases

Load rating software

Structural analysis tools

Project management software

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Position Summary

The Engineering Manager, Bridge Engineering serves as a senior technical leader supporting bridge inspection, bridge design, rehabilitation, load rating, quality management, and project delivery activities across transportation infrastructure programs. This position provides technical oversight, mentoring, quality assurance review, and subject matter expertise for bridge engineering projects while supporting project managers, clients, and technical staff throughout all phases of project delivery.

The role is expected to serve as a senior bridge engineering resource with the ability to independently lead inspection programs, provide technical review of structural designs and analyses, support pursuit efforts, and assist in developing transportation and bridge engineering capabilities within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical authority for bridge inspection, bridge rehabilitation, bridge replacement, and structural engineering projects.
• Lead bridge inspection and evaluation efforts for state DOTs, transportation agencies, municipalities, and local government clients.
• Perform and oversee structural analyses, load ratings, condition assessments, and inspection report development.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance/quality control review of engineering calculations, plans, specifications, reports, and deliverables.
• Support bridge design projects from preliminary engineering through final design and construction support.
• Mentor engineers, bridge inspectors, and technical staff through project execution and technical development.
• Support project managers in staffing, technical execution, risk management, and client coordination.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, statements of interest, qualifications packages, and transportation pursuits.
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal project teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Provide technical consultation and project support across multiple geographic regions and business units, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 15+ years of bridge engineering experience, including bridge inspection and design.
• Demonstrated experience leading bridge inspection programs and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience performing structural analysis, load ratings, rehabilitation design, and bridge condition assessments.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and client interaction skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide technical leadership to engineering teams.
• Working knowledge of applicable bridge inspection and transportation design standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pennsylvania PE registration.
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector credentials.
• Extensive PennDOT bridge inspection and design experience.
• PA Turnpike bridge inspection and transportation project experience.
• Experience supporting local agency bridge programs and municipal transportation clients.
• Experience with bridge management systems, inspection databases, and load rating software.
• Prior experience serving as a project manager, bridge inspection team leader, or senior technical reviewer.

Success Profile

• Serving as a trusted technical advisor and bridge engineering subject matter expert.
• Providing high-quality QA/QC review and technical oversight.
• Supporting both bridge inspection and bridge design programs.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers and technical staff.
• Building strong working relationships with clients and project teams.
• Contributing to the growth and expansion of transportation and bridge engineering services.
• Functioning as an extension of project management and practice leadership teams to ensure technical excellence and successful project outcomes.

Why you'll love working for us:

• 401k match
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Engineer 4 - Engineering Manager

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