Georgia Bridge Department Leader - Transportation Market
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Management
Operations Management, BD Manager, Project & Program Management, Client Relationship Management
Job Category: Engineering
Requisition Number: GEORG
004227
- Full-Time
- Hybrid
About Us
At
Gresham Smith
, we call it
Genuine Ingenuity
. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose-to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities, we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.
What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.
Why Gresham Smith?
When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a
Best Place to Work
because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- 15+ years of bridge engineering experience.
- Experience managing and leading a Bridge Group.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Georgia.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong desire to expand a robust bridge engineering practice in Georgia.
- Experience navigating GDOT Procurement process for bridge-related work.
- Proven track record of successfully securing GDOT and Georgia local municipality bridge contracts.
- Experience as a Project Manager (PM) and Engineer of Record (EOR) on GDOT Bridge projects.
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
- Proven success in managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams and delivering projects on-time and budget.
- Advanced Degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
- Experience with Alternate Delivery Projects such a Design-Build, Progressive Design Build, CM/GC and P3.
- Established professional relationships with GDOT, Local Municipalities, and Local Consultants and Contractors.
Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.
About the Role
As the Georgia Bridge Department Leader
, you will:
- Oversee and manage departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Implement and lead client-specific practices, policies, and procedures, including project scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and quality control.
- Develop and execute personal development plans that foster growth and skill enhancement for technical staff.
- Act as the primary liaison with the Southeast Regional Leader, the Georgia State Transportation Leader, and the Bridge Services Leader, facilitating communication and ensuring alignment on key initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with GDOT, local clients and teaming partners, acting as the department’s primary face.
- Support recruiting and retention efforts to build a productive and engaged workforce.
- Lead local marketing efforts and project pursuits, including facilitating 'Go/No-Go' decisions and coordinating proposal delivery in partnership with regional and state leadership.
- Engage with the industry by delivering technical presentations and contributing articles to conferences, trade publications, and professional organizations.
Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.
Join Us
Here’s what you can expect:
Professional Growth
:
In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
Culture that Cares
: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
- Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
- Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & Insurance
- Family Planning and Parental Leave
- Mass/Public Transit Program
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!
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