Senior Bridge Design Lead for Complex Projects

Colliers Engineering & Design; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 91,285 - 124,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off and parental/military/le

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Bridges & Structures team in Buffalo, NY. This role focuses on leading bridge design, coordinating with multiple disciplines, and delivering safe, economical solutions for projects of varying size.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of bridge/structure design experience, a NY PE license, and proficiency in CAD tools. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required; master's a plus.
• 8+ years of pro design engineering in bridges/structures.
• PE license required in New York State (or via reciprocity).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation is a plus.
• Strong work ethic; willingness for continued learning.
• Knowledge of NYSDOT, AASHTO and AREMA design codes a plus.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and assigned staff on bridge projects.
• Develop work plans for bridge designs while coordinating with other disciplines.
• Perform cost estimating, develop specifications/construction documents, and lead construction phase support tasks.
• Assist in the mentoring and development of design staff.
• Participate in the development and updates of internal standards of practices.
• Perform quality control and assurance checks on design computations, CAD drawings, reports, estimates and specifications.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, other design professionals, and contractors.
• Act as quality coordinator for discipline led projects.
• Assist in the development of technical narratives, scope and fee for project pursuits.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Job description

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Bridges & Structures team in Buffalo, NY. This role focuses on leading bridge design, coordinating with multiple disciplines, and delivering safe, economical solutions for projects of varying size.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of bridge/structure design experience, a NY PE license, and proficiency in CAD tools. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.