Senior Bridge Engineering Lead – Kansas City

WSP in the U.S.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Bridge Engineering Department Manager in our Kansas City office. You will lead design and analysis of highway bridges, grow a local structural design team, and collaborate with the Transportation Team to meet client objectives.

The role requires a KS/MO PE, 15+ years in structural engineering with a bridge focus, and proven leadership. You will mentor staff, manage scope and budgets, oversee proposals, and represent WSP at industry events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• P.E. registration in Kansas and/or Missouri
• 15+ years’ experience in Structural Engineering with an emphasis on bridges
• Leadership experience – in a design team or personnel management role
• Ability to lead teams and deliver high quality projects

Responsibilities

• Lead design, plan development tasks and perform structural analysis for highway bridges in KS/MO
• Manage project scope, design changes, and project budget and schedule
• Mentor and develop staff performing similar work
• Coordinate with project team and provide QC/QA reviews
• Grow client relationships and engage in proposals and business development
• Represent WSP at professional meetings and conferences as appropriate
• Track staff utilization and provide forecasts
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance reviews of staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project management

Team mentoring

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

P.E. registration in KS/MO

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Bridge Engineering Department Manager in our Kansas City office. You will lead design and analysis of highway bridges, grow a local structural design team, and collaborate with the Transportation Team to meet client objectives.

The role requires a KS/MO PE, 15+ years in structural engineering with a bridge focus, and proven leadership. You will mentor staff, manage scope and budgets, oversee proposals, and represent WSP at industry events.