Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges

WSP Global Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. seeks a Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges to join their team in North Carolina. This role involves performing professional engineering work, managing projects, mentoring staff, and establishing client relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and significant experience in structural and bridge design. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of engineering principles are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline.
• Engineer license required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional bridge/structural engineering work including design documentation and field inspections.
• Mentor staff and manage project teams.
• Establish client relationships and oversee project execution.

Skills

Knowledge and experience with infrastructure planning

Proficient with structural engineering principles

Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges!

This position can sit out of our Mooresville, NC, Raleigh, NC, Charlotte, NC, or Columbia, SC offices.

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our bridge asset management Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

• Perform professional bridge/structural engineering work including:
  • Development and drafting of plans and details using CAD software for project design documents.
  • Field inspection and condition assessment of bridges, sign structures, culverts and retaining walls.
  • Preparation of quantity and cost estimates.
  • Preparation of structural analysis and design calculations.
  • Review of drawings to assure compliance with design intent and specifications.
  • Assisting more experienced engineers with broader engineering activities.
  • Preparation of technical studies, reports, and design document packages.
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development
• Manage and provide performance guidance and leadership to assigned staff.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with new and existing clients in the area.
• Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation.
• Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design, construction, rehabilitation, and remediation of bridge and infrastructure projects, ensuring durability of materials and structural soundness from loads and pressures.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
• Proactively collaborate with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
• Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural and bridge design experience.
• Engineer license required.
• Proficient with structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Knowledge and experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects.
• Working knowledge with process and concepts for sustainability, and reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances/greenhouse gas.
• Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of buildings, facilities, or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Strongly established relevant client relationships and industry contacts in the Carolinas
• Proven experience in pursuing and winning work with both state and local agencies.
  

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