Senior Bridge & Structural Engineer Lead

Virginia Department of Transportation; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a lead structural engineer to oversee evaluation, design, and detailing of bridges and structures for new construction, maintenance, and rehab projects.

You will supervise engineers and technicians, coordinate plan production, and ensure adherence to AASHTO and VDOT specifications while leading cross‑divisional teams and managing project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Experience in structural design and review per AASHTO LRFD standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation, design, and detailing of bridge and structural projects.
• Supervise engineers and technicians; coordinate plans and schedules.
• Prepare plans, drawings and notes; ensure conformance with AASHTO/VDOT specs.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Structural analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Time management

Design review

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

MS Office

MicroStation

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a lead structural engineer to oversee evaluation, design, and detailing of bridges and structures for new construction, maintenance, and rehab projects.

You will supervise engineers and technicians, coordinate plan production, and ensure adherence to AASHTO and VDOT specifications while leading cross‑divisional teams and managing project delivery.