Structures Section Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Bridges and Structures Section Manager in Mechanicsburg to lead and grow their structures team. The role involves managing staff, project profitability, and quality control. Candidates should have a strong background in bridge/structural design, proven leadership skills, and expertise in business development within the infrastructure sector. Preferred qualifications include a BS in Civil Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and proficiency in software like MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of bridge/structural design experience.
• Proven experience in all aspects of bridge design projects.
• Professional registration (PE) in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams.
• Drive business development efforts within Mechanicsburg.
• Perform quality control reviews of bridge design projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Business development

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

MS degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is seeking a Bridges and Structures Section Manager in our Mechanicsburg office to lead and grow our structures team. The Section Manager will be responsible for managing 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 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 subsequently implement, monitor, and support company policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other Area Section Managers to balance staff workload, provide/identify staff training opportunities, and pursue business development opportunities.
• Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for local and work share projects.
• Perform technical design for DOT and local agency highway bridges, including bridge load ratings.
• Drive business development efforts within Mechanicsburg, 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, acting as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design with 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 Pennsylvania 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 PennDOT 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, communication skills and ability to work with various teams.
• Enjoys mentoring and teaching other staff.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Excellent marketing and business development skills.
• Experience managing staff, clients, and contracts.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Location

United States – Pennsylvania – Mechanicsburg

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular