Senior Bridge Structural Engineer

Mace; New York (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking an experienced engineer in New York for a key position overseeing bridge and structural components for the Gateway Program. The role requires at least 10 years of experience in civil or structural engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

The successful candidate will lead various design and construction-related activities, working to enhance the capacity and resilience of infrastructure. The position offers a competitive starting salary of $170k and welcomes flexible and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in bridge and structural engineering on large-scale projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of bridge and structural components.
• Provide technical support during construction.
• Prepare and present technical reports for bridge works.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural engineering

Project management

Quality assurance

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Structural engineering software

Job description

The Mace-Parsons-Arcadis joint venture has been selected as the Gateway Development Commission's partner to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, including the Hudson Tunnel Project. The project will improve capacity, reliability, and resilience of commuter and intercity rail transit serving over 800,000 daily passengers across the Northeast Corridor. The project is backed by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of bridge and structural components, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Advise on constructability, feasibility, value engineering and sustainability for bridge structures.
• Review design documents, drawings and specifications prepared by the Engineer of Record and contractors.
• Ensure integration of bridge designs with other project elements and packages.
• Provide technical support during construction, including oversight of bridge‑related activities and resolution of field issues.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs and change orders related to bridge and structural work.
• Monitor progress against milestones and ensure timely completion of bridge construction activities.
• Support implementation of quality management plans for bridge and structural works.
• Conduct quality audits and inspections to confirm compliance with project and industry standards.
• Verify contractor compliance with testing and inspection plans and review results for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain systematic records of all testing, inspection and acceptance activities for bridge structures.
• Support schedule management and cost estimating for bridge‑related activities.
• Contribute to risk management by identifying potential structural risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates and documentation for bridge and structural work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in bridge and structural engineering with significant experience on large‑scale infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of bridge design, analysis and construction methods.
• Proficiency with structural engineering software and design tools.
• Experience with quality assurance, testing and inspection processes for bridge structures.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Note: The estimated starting salary for this position is $170 k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non‑discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within the organization.

We are also open to discussing part‑time, flexible and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.