Texas Bridge & Structural Lead

Stantec; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Texas Structural Lead based in Houston to oversee bridge design and inspection projects across Texas. This role includes leadership in project delivery, team development, and managing client relationships while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering with at least 15 years of experience, along with a TX PE license. This position supports a hybrid work environment, emphasizing collaboration and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years structural design experience.
• TX PE license required.
• TxDOT Precertification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bridge design and inspection projects across Texas.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of structural engineering professionals.
• Manage team workload and resource planning to maximize productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred

Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

As the Texas Structural Lead, you will oversee bridge design and inspection projects across the state, providing leadership in project delivery, team development, resource management, and financial performance. You will help grow and strengthen our Texas structural team while supporting Stantec’s continued success in delivering transportation projects.

You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while mentoring staff and maintaining strong client relationships. This role requires strong technical and leadership skills to manage clients, budgets, schedules, and project teams, while providing guidance and support to staff.

You will also play a key role in growing client relationships, expanding our structural project portfolio, and helping position Stantec to win new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of structural engineering professionals. Maintain a positive, collaborative work culture by encouraging open communication, supporting team development, and fostering an environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute business development, contributing towards winning new work, and individually pursue and lead pursuits.
• Consult and network with key clients and contribute to client account planning as required.
• Manage team workload and resource planning to maximize productivity, maintain balanced utilization, and distribute tasks fairly, while aligning the right skills to project needs. Oversee contract terms, invoicing, track costs and schedules, and implement proactive measures to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Follow and promote company policies and best practices related to risk, project, and quality management.
• Promoting collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.

Project Delivery

• Oversee and manage projects serving as the Project Manager, Technical Lead, and/or Task Manager for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Provide internal leadership in coaching, engagement, and retention.
• Participate in business development and project pursuits, leading preparation of work proposals to clients.
• Coordinate with other structural teams within Stantec for work sharing, proposal preparation, and general support.
• Commit to continuous improvement in QA/QC processes and foster a culture of being cost effective and thorough.
• Create connections and cultivate our culture by being present and available in your local office.
• Retain and attract key talent to support the growth of the market.
• Strongly prefer candidates to possess demonstrated community relationships and partnerships in Texas.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Responsible for managing and delivering successful projects in our transportation business line.
• Ability to interact internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels as well as externally with clients, members of business and professional organizations, subcontractors, and other firms.
• Motivated, energetic team player who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to thrive on collaboration with cross-functional teams and a client‑focused environment across a broad range of project sectors.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field. Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• TX PE license.
• Minimum of 15 years structural design experience.
• TxDOT Precertification.

At Stantec, we value a hybrid work environment that combines in‑person collaboration with remote flexibility. As a people leader you will be expected to be in the office, on average, three days a week.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: United States | TX | Plano

Organization: BC-2142 Transpt-US Texas

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 19/06/2026 03:06:25

Req ID: 1006367

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.