Senior Bridge Engineer - Lead Resilient Projects

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery of bridge projects in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, develop contract documentation, and mentor junior staff to ensure safe, resilient transportation infrastructure. The role requires a PE license, 15+ years of progressive experience, and advanced modeling software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (OpenBridge Designer, AASHTOWare BrD & BrR, LEAP Bridge Concrete, STAAD Pro, etc.)
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Active participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of bridge and structural engineering projects—from concept through completion—by developing advanced engineering designs, technical reports, and contract documentation, while guiding cross‑functional teams and mentoring junior engineering staff.
• Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues across multiple teams and projects.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases with engineering and project management teams.
• Mentor and provide technical review for junior engineering staff.
• Conduct engineering studies, investigations, and prepare reports for company leadership, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare technical proposals and external presentations for clients, the general public, and regulatory agencies, showcasing CHA’s commitment to safe, resilient, and sustainable bridge solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Verbal and written communication

QA/QC procedures

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenBridge Designer

AASHTOWare BrD & BrR

LEAP Bridge Concrete

STAAD Pro

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery of bridge projects in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, develop contract documentation, and mentor junior staff to ensure safe, resilient transportation infrastructure. The role requires a PE license, 15+ years of progressive experience, and advanced modeling software proficiency.