Senior Bridge Engineer

Stantec; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join their dynamic team in Denver. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from local bridge rehabilitations to iconic designs that shape communities. You'll leverage your expertise in bridge design and project management while collaborating with talented professionals across various disciplines. With a commitment to improving transportation experiences, this position allows you to make a tangible impact on infrastructure. Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in engineering, and take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Qualifications

• 7+ years of bridge and/or structural design experience.
• Proficient in AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Experience with client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams on small to mid-size projects.
• Produce detailed design plans and specifications.
• Mentor junior staff in technical design elements.

Skills

Bridge Design

Project Management

Technical Communication

AASHTO Specifications

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Mathcad

LEAP software

AASHTOWare BrR

CSiBridge

SAP2000

MicroStation

Open Bridge Designer

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Description

We create the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.

Senior Bridge Engineer - ( 250001PN )

Description

We create the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.

As the Senior Bridge Engineer, you must be highly engaged with exceptional team interaction skills and possess the ability to effectively work across multiple operational groups and technical disciplines. In this role, you may be asked to lead engineering teams on small to mid-size projects or serve as a team member on larger projects and perform quality control for both design calculations and plan development. You may also be responsible for preparing designs and ensuring the development and delivery of successful structural projects such as bridges, highway Interchanges, roadway construction, railroad infrastructure and public spaces.

This is an opportunity to be involved in a variety of aspects when it comes to bridges such as design, analysis, load rating, and rehabilitation/repair. Additionally, Stantec integrates skills and resources throughout North America, offering opportunities to work on bridge assignments throughout the country.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performs on technically complex projects and acts as a technical resource by providing guidance to other team members
• Identify and analyze the principal design features and major design alternatives that satisfy the project’s purpose and the client’s needs
• Produce detailed, high-quality final design plans, specifications, and estimates in accordance with applicable procedures and standards; may include sealing professional documents
• Peer review plans and provide quality control reviews of technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates
• Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and development of project documents
• Assist the Project Manager in managing and monitoring performance of project budgets and schedules
• Assist the Bridge Team Lead in managing client relationships and bringing in new clients
• May write proposals and negotiate change orders as project issues arise with clients or reviewing agencies
• Perform other duties as necessary
  
  

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Self-motivated person with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Be a detailed oriented and highly organized individual that can demonstrate the initiative and commitment to a final professional product for clients
• Efficient management of multiple concurrent project assignments
• Ability to lead teams through all phases of project document production
• Must have a solid understanding of and practical experience applying the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule
• Understands client expectations, budgeting, proposal writing, and invoicing
• Technical proficiency in relevant areas of bridge design, understanding of various design methods, and a thorough understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team settings, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues, and solutions to others
• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, Mathcad, LEAP software, AASHTOWare BrR, MDX, CSiBridge, SAP2000, and other relevant design software; ability to use MicroStation and Open Bridge Designer preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; Master of Science (MS) degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or higher preferred
• PE license in CO required or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months. SE licensure is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of bridge and/or structural design experience
• CDOT, ADOT, NDOT, NMDOT, UDOT, WSDOT, and/or Caltrans experience is preferred
• Previous Design-Build project experience is a plus
  
  

Position will primarily require work in an office setting; short term travel may be required on an occasional basis to perform field investigations or site visits.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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Salary Range(s)

• $112,300 - $168,500 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO, HI, MD and IL
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Colorado-Denver

Other Locations : United States-New Mexico-Las Cruces, United States-Arizona-Chandler

Organization : BC-1817 Transpt-US Southwest

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 29, 2025, 2:42:46 PM

Req ID: 250001PN

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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