Bridge Engineer

Bridge Engineer

Benesch is hiring a Bridge Engineer to join our Colorado Division. As a Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on vehicular bridges (simple and complex), pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. At Benesch we work on projects in the planning, design, construction, and in-service phases so you will get exposed to the full life-cycle of structures.

The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing bridge projects and the ability to mentor junior staff.

This position offers flexibility within the front range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

The Impact

You Will Have:

• Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
• Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards
• Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
• Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects

What You Will Need:

• BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus
• PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience
• Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Proven experience performing complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package and construction documents for assigned elements or projects
• Proven experience with various structural design and analysis software;
  Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, and Open Bridge a plus
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Colorado Pay Range: $80,000—$105,000 USD

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