Senior Bridge Engineer / Project Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 133,300 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer / Business Developer for its Rochelle Park, NJ office, with consideration for Wall Township and Mount Laurel, NJ. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in structural design and management, including specific experience with NJDOT/NJTA. This hybrid role emphasizes collaboration and effective communication, as well as a strong ability to manage complex projects and teams. Competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer in NJ.
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams and work with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural aspects of multi-disciplinary projects.
• Lead design tasks and Quality Control process.
• Participate in business development and proposal preparations.

Skills

Project management/business development

Design delivery for large-scale projects

Technical knowledge in transportation/structure engineering

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree

Job description

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Bridge Engineer / Business Developer, with NJDOT/NJTA experience, for our Rochelle Park, NJ office. Wall Township and Mount Laurel, NJ locations also considered.

Our team values a hybrid work environment that combines in‑person collaboration with remote flexibility. As a people leader you will be expected to be in the office, on average, three days a week.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manages structural aspects of projects and/or multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Leads design tasks and our Quality Control process.
• Actively participates and leads business development by delivering quality work, providing excellent client service, and assisting in preparing proposals on various pursuits for NJDOT/NJTA/Counties/NJ Transit and PANYNJ to further the development of our bridge and infrastructure portfolio.
• Takes an active mentoring role; encourages, motivates, and develops staff for high performance.
• Collaborates with colleagues in other offices and different areas of expertise in an integrated and fast‑paced design environment.
• Manages structural resources to ensure projects are completed accurately and within budget and time frame.
• Participates in interviews and hiring of new staff members.
• Represents the organization at professional organizations and conferences.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated skill at project management/business development.
• Proven track record delivering designs on large‑scale, complex bridge and infrastructure projects and coordinating teams from different disciplines.
• In‑depth understanding of all phases of project document production, including codes, legal and design requirements for relevant authorities/agencies.
• Broad technical knowledge within the transportation practice/structure engineering.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of NJ.
• Comfortable being the lead engineer on bridge and infrastructure projects and able to play a key role in project delivery from inception to construction, with proven ability to work with clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; master’s degree desirable.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the structural design and management of bridges and infrastructure projects with a minimum of 5 years of NJDOT/NJTA experience.

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

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.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – Min Salary $133,300.00 – Max Salary $200,000.00
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) – Min Salary $152,700.00 – Max Salary $229,100.00

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.