Structures Section Manager

HDR, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 109,970 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Bridges and Structures Section Manager in Columbus, Ohio. This role focuses on managing structures staff, ensuring project profitability, mentoring team members, and overseeing all bridge design projects. Candidates should have a BS in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include business development, technical oversight, and quality control of projects. The ideal candidate should show a strong background and knowledge of OhioDOT standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering, MS degree in Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of bridge/structural design experience.
• Experience with OhioDOT projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage structures staff and project profitability.
• Develop proposals, project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Perform quality control reviews of bridge design projects.

Skills

Bridge/structural design

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Business development

Mentoring

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

MS degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Bridge design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bridges and Structures Section Manager

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Industry: Bridges

Schedule: Full-time

Employee status: Regular

Business class: Bridges and Structures

Responsibilities

The Section Manager will be responsible for management of structures staff, delivery of project submissions, staff development, project profitability, staff morale, and quality control. They will function as a Project Manager or Project Engineer on large/complex infrastructure projects, and will be involved in business development planning, client management, proposal preparation, and interviews. The Section Manager will ensure all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through a proactive project management system, and will implement, monitor, and support company policies. They will also select, train, and develop technical personnel and work cooperatively with Area Leadership, National Directors, and Marketing Leads.

• Coordinate with other Area Section Managers to balance staff workload, provide/identify staff training opportunities, and identify/pursue business development opportunities
• Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for local and workshare projects
• Perform technical design for DOT and local agency highway bridges, along with bridge load ratings
• Drive business development efforts within Columbus, including involvement in marketing planning and client management
• Establish client relationships and lead marketing of new and existing clients
• Lead the development of proposals, project scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Mentor less‑experienced staff, and act as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design with a proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• Independently coordinate work of engineers and balance the project delivery team throughout project development
• Conduct analyses, develop design solutions, and prepare design drawings, calculations, and specifications for bridge engineering projects, including checking calculations and designs done by others
• Perform quality control reviews of bridge design projects

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering, MS degree in Structural Engineering
• PE in Ohio or ability to obtain within six months of hire
• Minimum of 10 years of bridge/structural design experience
• Proven hands‑on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects with a focus on OhioDOT projects
• Experience using MicroStation and typical structural analysis programs and bridge design software used in the industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the LRFD Bridge Design Code
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various teams
• Must enjoy mentoring and teaching other staff
• Must have the ability to handle multiple assignments
• Excellent marketing and business development skills
• Experience managing staff, clients, and contracts
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Keywords: Bridges and Structures Section Manager, Bridge Section Manager, Structural Engineering Manager, Bridge Engineering Manager, Transportation Structures Manager, Senior Bridge Engineer, Structural Engineering, Bridge/Structural Design, LRFD Bridge Design Code

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Compensation is $109,970‑$175,000 for full‑time regular positions in Columbus.