Structural Bridge Technical Manager

Benesch; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

401(k) retirement contribution

Flexible work schedules

Generous PTO and parental leave

Mentorship and hands-on development

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Structural Bridge Technical Manager in the Kansas City area. This hybrid role will focus on leading complex bridge projects, mentoring engineers, and expanding technical leadership across the region.

The ideal candidate has a PE license, 8+ years in structural engineering with a transportation emphasis, and strong MicroStation/3D bridge modeling skills. DOT experience is a plus, and construction engineering services are desirable.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (Structural) required.
• PE license required.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience with a transportation focus.
• DOT experience preferred and beneficial.
• Advanced knowledge of bridge-specific software and codes.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and direct the advancement of staff while executing projects.
• Manage technical elements and determine appropriate analyses and design approaches.
• Perform, review, and manage technical analyses and designs ensuring completeness of details.
• Communicate progress and issues to Project Manager promptly.
• Adhere to internal quality procedures and project tracking.
• Contribute as a technical specialist or advisor on projects and pursuits.
• Help grow the practice and develop as a regional expert across divisions.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Tools

MicroStation

3D bridge modeling

Engineering software proficiency

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Structural Bridge Technical Manager

Benesch is seeking a Structural Bridge Technical Manager to join our team in Kanas City!

This is an opportunity for an accomplished bridge engineer to grow as a recognized technical leader without having to move away from the engineering that made them successful. At Benesch, career advancement does not have to mean becoming primarily a Project Manager; our Technical Manager path provides the opportunity to remain deeply engaged in complex bridge engineering while expanding your influence through technical leadership, mentoring, innovation, and the advancement of design practices.

You’ll help solve some of our most challenging bridge problems, develop the engineers around you, guide complex designs, ensure quality, evaluate alternatives and build expertise that can influence projects and teams across Kansas, Missouri, the West Region, and ultimately the company. The career path intentionally grows that influence from project-level technical leadership to recognition as a regional expert, and ultimately to serving as a leading technical resource and subject matter expert across multiple divisions and on a national scale.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing various structural-bridge projects, ensuring the development of high-quality engineering documents. Previous experience mentoring and directing staff on technical skills is highly desired.

Location

This position will have a hybrid schedule, and when in the office, you will work out of any of our Kansas/Missouri offices – KCK, KCMO, Topeka, Wichita, Manhattan, or Lenexa.

The Impact You Will Have

• Mentor and direct the advancement of the technical skills of staff while executing projects.
• Manage technical elements of a project, including assessing what analyses need to be completed and what is the most practical approach (i.e. software, design assumptions, etc.) for that analysis.
• Perform, review, and manage technical analysis and design. Take responsibility for the completeness of design details.
• Communicate technical progress and issues to Project Manager promptly and continuously.
• Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking.
• Contribute to other project work as a technical specialist or advisor.
• Provide input into the growth of the practice.
• Work toward being a leading subject matter expert on targeted elements within the discipline.

What We Are Looking For

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural) required.
• PE License required.
• A minimum of 8 years' experience in structural engineering with a transportation focus.
• DOT experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of software appropriate for the discipline, showing proficiency in most programs specific to this role/discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and standards that govern the discipline.
• Experience in MicroStation is required; experience in 3D bridge modeling is highly desirable.
• Experience with Construction Engineering services is highly desirable.

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

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