Senior Bridge Design & Project Lead

Commonwealth of VA Careers

Mechanicsville (VA)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 103,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a responsible-charge bridge engineer to evaluate, design, and detail structures for new construction, maintenance, and rehab projects in Virginia. You will review plans, ensure compliance with AASHTO/VDOT standards, and manage projects with consultants and internal teams.

The role requires PE licensure and a deep understanding of structural steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, and soil mechanics.

Qualifications

Ability to apply civil engineering principles and practices related to structural engineering to include strength of materials, statics, and structural analysis.
Ability to estimate quantities and cost of materials.
Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.
Knowledge of specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design (e.g., AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
Knowledge of structural steel design reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil mechanics.
Professional Engineer License required.

Responsibilities

Meetings: Schedule, lead and participate in pre-construction conferences, contract showings, and other related structure and bridge construction meetings. Provide a thorough review of structural plans to ensure they conform with AASHTO and VDOT guidelines and specifications to minimize field problems and delays.
Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
Policies and Procedures: Assist in the development of policies, procedures and practices reflecting proactive management of the assigned engineering program area.
Process Improvements: Develop, recommend, and implement process and policy improvements as needed. Assist in monitoring compliance to ensure conformance to the policy, procedures and state and federal laws and regulations.
Project Management : Serve as project manager for new bridge design and bridge rehabilitation projects. Ensure effective development of bridge projects by coordinating design activities with other sections, divisions, and consultants. Assist in the development of scopes of work, develop and manage project schedules, review proposals and manhours, assist with negotiations, review proposals, and coordinate activities for advertisement. Oversee project activities to meet project requirements. Maintain project records and correspondence. Attend project meetings to give and receive updates on project progress.
Project Management and Documentation: Organize work and monitor work tasks such that projects and documentation are completed within schedule using VDOT's standards, policies, and procedures.
Responsible Charge Engineer: Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in compliance with policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia.
Technical Guidance and Support: Provide technical guidance and support related to bridge construction activities, issues, and problems. Develop effective and economical recommendations to respond to construction problems and other bridge-related inquiries. Participate in meetings to ensure bridge-related issues are presented.