Structural Bridge Technical Manager

Benesch is a growing, multi‑disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country.

We are looking for a candidate with deep expertise in structural engineering and bridge design. This role focuses on technical leadership and delivery of high‑quality structural design projects, serving as a subject matter expert for our bridge team.

• Central Avenue & I‑70 Interchange – Design of high‑value improvements at a major interstate hub in Kansas City.
• Central Avenue Bridge over the Kansas River – Study, evaluation, and replacement design of a 100‑year‑old river bridge.
• Independence Bridge Management Program – Multi‑year program evaluating and implementing preventative care, rehabilitation, and replacement bridge actions.
• MoDOT Statewide Load Rating Program – Provide load rating models for all legal bridges across Missouri.
• KCMO Structural Management Program – Inspection and asset management tasks to support the City’s bridge maintenance.

• Lead and perform structural design and analysis for bridge and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.
• Develop and review technical work products including calculations, design documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate structural design elements with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Establish and promote engineering best practices, innovative solutions, and quality control procedures across projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on bridge design methodologies, analysis approaches, and technical decision‑making.
• Mentor and provide technical coaching to engineering staff.
• Review and advise on technical progress and challenges to ensure clarity and rigor in deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to define technical scope, design assumptions, and resources needed.
• Support internal quality assurance processes and participate in design reviews.
• Provide technical input during client meetings, design reviews, and project development discussions.
• Contribute to the production and delivery of structural plans and specifications.

• B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering (M.S. preferred).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Kansas and/or Missouri or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• 8+ years of bridge structural engineering experience, with emphasis on design, analysis, and technical delivery.
• Strong proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., AASHTO LRFD tools, modeling platforms, drafting environments).
• Experience with bridge inspection and load rating is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain technical quality within project schedules and budgets.
• Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as necessary.

• Career growth with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward.
• Strong financial foundation with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Flexibility that supports work‑life balance.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Mentorship and hands‑on experience to make an impact from day one.

Open to candidates located in Kansas or Missouri. Hybrid work schedule with in‑office collaboration when feasible. Candidates outside the region may be considered for a fully remote arrangement.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you need an accommodation, please email

We will keep accepting applications until a candidate is found.