Senior Bridge Design Leader

AECOM; Ridgeland (MS); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A Senior Bridge Design Leader at AECOM is sought in Ridgeland, Mississippi to lead existing project deliveries and identify new opportunities across the state. You will serve as the point engineer, guiding teams, overseeing PS&E work, and ensuring cost-effective design outcomes.

The role requires an active PE license, a Civil/Structural background, and 8+ years in bridge design with MSDOT exposure, plus strong communication and writing skills. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in engineering with 8 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Active PE license.
• 8+ years of bridge design and plan development experience.
• Project experience in Mississippi related to MSDOT and/or local bridge design project work.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, LEAP Concrete/Bridge, MathCAD, and MDX.
• Knowledge of 3D finite element software such as CSiBridge, MIDAS, SAP2000 is a plus.
• Experience in plan production of transportation structures such as bridges, culverts, and retaining walls.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, including technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical advisor for the team on bridge design projects.
• Provide specialized technical input to studies and design.
• Develop study and design procedures to ensure high-quality, cost-effective work.
• Participate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Develop construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts.
• Contribute to PS&E package in all steps of completing the discipline component.
• Perform quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Prepare technical specification sections.
• Provide input to engineering budgets and schedules.

Skills

Bridge design

Leadership

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Field work

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

LEAP Concrete/Bridge

MathCAD

MDX

CSiBridge

MIDAS

SAP2000

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Bridge Design Leader for employment in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The Senior Bridge Design Leader for Mississippi will be the "point" engineer leading existing project deliveries as well as identifying and working toward new project opportunity acquisitions throughout the state, regional and municipal locations.

The job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high-quality cost-effective work by other.
• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects.
• Uses expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of PS&E package.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Prepares technical specification sections.
• Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS + 8 (eight) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Active PE license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering degree.
• 8 + years of bridge design and plan development experience
• Project experience in Mississippi related to MSDOT and/or local bridge design project work.
• Proficiency in software such as MicroStation, LEAP Concrete/Bridge, MathCAD, and MDX
• Knowledge of 3D finite element software such as CSiBridge, MIDAS, SAP2000, etc. is a plus.
• Experience in the plan production of transportation structures such as bridges, culverts, and retaining walls.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, including technical report writing.
• Structural problem analysis skills (including knowledge/use of design and calculation tools, software)
• Knowledgeable of standard engineering practices, techniques and applicable codes
• Ability to do occasional field work (site visits and inspections) and travel.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• AECOM does not offer U.S. work sponsorship or sponsorship transfer with this opportunity.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $130000 to $185000.

Compensation: USD 130000 - USD 185000 - yearly

Work Location Model: Hybrid

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.