Structural Bridge Engineer III

RS&H; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H is seeking an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer to lead the bridge/structural transportation team in Denver. You will spearhead design efforts, ensure technical excellence, and mentor junior engineers while guiding projects from planning through construction.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, client coordination, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver complex infrastructure on time and within budget. A Colorado PE license and 10+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Colorado PE license required.
• Experience with CDOT, local agencies preferred.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and mentor staff.
• Strong communication and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a project lead on bridge and structural transportation projects.
• Plan, design, analyze, and deliver structural bridge solutions that meet client objectives, project requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and support staff.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of new processes, standards, and best practices that enhance project quality and operational efficiency.
• Manage small discipline teams, multidisciplinary project teams, and/or direct reports.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Technical leadership

Communication

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado

Job description

RS&H is seeking an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer to join our bridge/structural team. In this role, you will serve as a leader and trusted subject matter experts, contributing to the successful delivery of complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for leading design efforts, ensuring technical excellence, mentoring team members, and supporting project delivery from planning through construction.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about designing and delivering impactful bridge infrastructure projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers, we'd love to hear from you.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a project lead on bridge and structural transportation projects
• Plan, design, analyze, and deliver structural bridge solutions that meet client objectives, project requirements, and applicable industry standards
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and support staff
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery and compliance with contractual requirements
• Support the development and implementation of new processes, standards, and best practices that enhance project quality and operational efficiency
• Manage small discipline teams, multidisciplinary project teams, and/or direct reports

What You'll Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado
• Experience working with CDOT, local cities, and counties preferred
• Demonstrated experience contributing to major infrastructure projects or leading multiple moderate-sized projects through design and delivery
• Proven ability to provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and review engineering work for technical accuracy and quality
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex or potentially sensitive technical and business challenges in a professional manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, project partners, and internal teams
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines while balancing multiple priorities and project commitments

Compensation

The typical salary range for this position in Denver is $138,000 to $168,000 with compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

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