Senior Bridge Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead complex bridge design projects. In this pivotal role, you will manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions while fostering client relationships. Your expertise will guide project development and mentoring of junior staff, contributing to a culture of excellence and collaboration. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on infrastructure projects that enhance communities and promote sustainable development. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project and client management experience.
• Proven hands-on experience in bridge design projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor large multidiscipline bridge design projects.
• Coordinate project deliverables and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Bridge Design

Client Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GEOPAK

MS Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of the Senior Bridge Engineer include planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium to large sized bridge design and/or inspection projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff. Is involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently. Establishes client relations and is involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings. Conducts schematic, design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines. Ensures project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, conform to applicable and reasonable standards relative to their intended purpose, including client and HDR requirements. Is responsible to coordinate the staffing and workload through the entire project development to complete documents on

schedule. Works with Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller or Company Controller and the Department Manager or Managing Principal for project reviews. Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures and completing reviews of bridge plans for complex projects. Responsible for execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans. Acts as mentor/supervisor for less experienced Project Managers. Maintains professional engineering registration. Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

BS/MS in Structural Engineering or closely related field.

15+ years project and client management experience with significant project experience and client contacts.

NBIS Certification Required and NCTI & SPRAT certifications and NHI Course 130078 preferred.

Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills.

Ability to interact with various design teams, including excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal.

Good communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills.

MS Office experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, GEOPAK, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-West Virginia-Charleston

Industry:Bridges

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Bridges and Structures

Job Posting:Oct 9, 2024