Senior Structures/Project Engineer (Bridge)

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is looking for a highly motivated Senior Structures/Project Engineer in Fresno, CA, to lead the design of bridges and other transportation structures. This role requires collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines and the ability to manage project scopes and budgets.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a strong foundation in civil engineering, particularly in bridge design. This position offers significant professional growth opportunities and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects.
• Experience designing transportation-related structures to Caltrans and local agency standards.
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with Caltrans Amendments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project plans and estimates for small to mid-level projects.
• Coordinate and lead project teams to oversee project delivery.
• Mentor and supervise younger staff.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

CADD (AutoCAD Civil 3D)

MS Office (Word and Excel)

Bridge design experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree

California Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

CTBridge

CSiBridge

VBent

CTAbut

LPile

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail oriented individual to join our structures department in Fresno, CA as a Senior Structures/Project Engineer (Bridge). The successful candidate will be part of a team designing simple and complex bridges (primarily of concrete and steel construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures, and other miscellaneous structures). The candidate will also be involved in leading and developing Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages, field inspections, and performing construction design support services. Project Engineering responsibilities include being the technical lead on multidisciplinary teams, utility coordination, right-of-way needs assessments, funding justifications, and other items needed for project development. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth in a great working environment and the opportunity to deliver important infrastructure projects for our clients as well as help them solve their most challenging problem.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on small to mid level projects.
• Works as part of a team preparing project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on large level projects.
• Leads project teams and coordinates between disciplines to oversee project delivery.
• Prepares notes for specification writers and standard Caltrans style structures specifications.
• Works closely and coordinates with other disciplines including CAD drafters.
• Participates and leads utility, permitting, and subconsultant coordination on projects.
• Performs QA/QC on projects per internal standards.
• Prepares QA/QC checklist packages per internal standards.
• Mentors and supervises younger staff.
• Leads and assists in preparing proposal write-ups and exhibits.
• Leads and assists in preparing scopes, fees, and proposal packages.
• Participates and leads efforts in internal technical trainings.
• Prepares RE Pending Files and is involved with bidding and construction support services.
• Attends periodic site visits, structures observations, and other field meetings.
• Monitors and manages scopes and budgets during project production efforts.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited 4-year engineering college.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects.
• Experience designing transportation related structures projects to Caltrans and local agency standards.
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with Caltrans Amendments.
• Preference for knowledge of CTBridge, CSiBridge, VBent, CTAbut, LPile, and/or similar analysis programs.
• Proficiency using CADD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred).
• Strong leadership skills and desire to deliver the highest quality projects to our clients.
• Proficient in MS Office (WORD and EXCEL).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and desire to deliver the highest quality projects to our clients.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor new applicants for work authorization.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $135,000 - $190,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.