Chief Bridge Engineer

Chief Bridge Engineer

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Atlanta, GA

Reporting To: Megan Mott

DRMP is a fast‑growing transportation engineering firm in the Southeast, seeking a Chief Bridge Engineer, to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects. If you bring deep experience in bridge design and rehabilitation — and want a role where your work directly shapes a growing practice — this is the right move.

We’re offering a $20,000 sign‑on bonus for the right candidate.

• Serve as Structures Project Manager, Engineer of Record, or Design Lead on multi‑disciplined transportation projects using both conventional and alternative delivery methods
• Serve as Technical Structures Design Lead for all aspects of bridge design and plans preparation
• Direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions
• Direct planning, design and production of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications for projects related to bridge and transportation structures
• Perform technical reviews (QA/QC) of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications ensuring appropriate design criteria, procedures and guidelines are followed
• Lead marketing efforts for bridge project pursuits including FDOT Letters of Response, Presentations and Technical Interviews
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers

• Bachelors of Science from an ABET‑accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer
• 15+ years post registration structural engineering experience
• 20+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post‑tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation‑related structures
• Complex structures design is a plus
• Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi‑Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT suite of FDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets
• Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, Open Bridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans
• Ability to do 3D modeling in Open Bridge Modeler is a plus
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small‑to‑large‑scale multi‑discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity
• Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus
• Experience with post‑tensioning applications is a plus
• Experience with straddle bent design is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs:
  Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self‑initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail‑oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history

• Masters (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering
• PE and/or SE certification in Florida or the ability to obtain Florida Registration
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of the FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid‑time‑off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company‑furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.