Senior Structural & Bridge Engineer

Virginia Department of Transportation; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking an experienced structural engineer to provide expertise in assigned program areas, evaluate and design structures, and ensure plans meet AASHTO and VDOT specifications. You will manage projects, provide construction support, and review plans for correctness to ensure timely completion.

The role requires serving as responsible-charge engineer for complex bridge projects, coordinating with internal teams, local governments, and consultants, and

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
• Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
• Ability to manage projects and review and administer consultant design contracts.
• Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise in assigned program areas.
• Serve as responsible-charge engineer in evaluation, design, and detailing of structures and bridges.
• Check structures to meet AASHTO specifications to prepare plans.
• Prepare preliminary and final bridge and structure designs for new construction, maintenance and rehabilitation projects.

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking an experienced structural engineer to provide expertise in assigned program areas, evaluate and design structures, and ensure plans meet AASHTO and VDOT specifications. You will manage projects, provide construction support, and review plans for correctness to ensure timely completion.

The role requires serving as responsible-charge engineer for complex bridge projects, coordinating with internal teams, local governments, and consultants, and