Lead Structural/Bridge Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Houston is seeking a part-time Lead Structural Engineer to oversee the delivery of vital projects in transportation. This role involves significant design decisions, mentoring staff, and ensuring project completion on time and within budget. Ideal for experienced engineers looking to make an impact in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience or equivalent required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of projects focusing on bridges and structures.
• Assess and design rehabilitations for existing bridges.
• Guide and manage junior engineers and CAD staff.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Tools

LEAP Enterprise

STAAD

MDX

MIDAS

Job description

Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. For over 100 years, HR Green has served as a trusted partner to our colleagues, clients, and communities. We find solutions that inspire our employees and meet our clients' needs, building trust and exceeding expectations. We are ranked No. 173 on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms list in 2024 and are recognized as a Best Place to Work.

Summary

The part-time Lead Structural Engineer will lead the delivery of technically robust projects vital to our transportation network, focusing on bridges and structures like culverts, walls, and sign structures. The role involves ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet client expectations.

You will make significant design decisions within your expertise, mentor staff, contribute to marketing and business development, and may serve as Project Manager for specific projects. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers to impact our innovative team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize software for analysis and design of complex bridges and structures.
• Assess and design rehabilitations for existing bridges.
• Prepare technical specifications, reports, calculations, plans, and construction services.
• Contribute to engineering budgets and schedules.
• Develop design procedures to ensure high-quality work.
• Guide and manage junior engineers and CAD staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
• Perform quality control reviews of designs and drawings.
• Lead development of project proposals and agreements.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and 10 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Professional Engineering License (PE).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret technical literature and plans.
• Proficiency with bridge design software such as LEAP Enterprise, STAAD, MDX, and MIDAS.
• Experience with technical analysis equipment and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to routine and complex tasks.
• Experience designing bridges and transportation structures.

Benefits

HR Green offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your growth and well-being. Visit our website for detailed information: https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/benefits/

HR Green is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classifications.