Senior Bridge Structural Engineer

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

Senior Bridge Structural Engineer

Location: Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; Syracuse, NY

Join Us

Advance Critical Infrastructure as a Senior Bridge Structural Engineer - Lead, Strengthen, and Elevate Bridge Solutions

Are you a senior level structural engineering professional driven to lead complex bridge initiatives that enhance safety, resilience, and long term connectivity? Do you excel at solving challenging structural problems, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high impact solutions for public agencies?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Structural Engineer to join our Bridge Team in Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; or Syracuse, NY. In this pivotal role, you will help lead the planning, design, and delivery of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to advance impactful transportation infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas with a deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (OpenBridge Designer, AASHTOWare BrD & BrR, LEAP Bridge Concrete, STAAD Pro, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• 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

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Lead impactful bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects that strengthen transportation networks and community safety
• Serve as a trusted technical leader and mentor within a respected, multidisciplinary bridge practice
• Collaborate with experienced transportation and structures professionals on complex, high visibility infrastructure programs

Curious about the impactful work our Bridge team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to safe, resilient infrastructure by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range

$140,000 - $157,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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