Practice Leader - Bridge

The Practice Leader for Bridge Structures is a highly organized and experienced leader responsible for driving the technical, operational, and strategic success of bridge design and delivery projects across both traditional and alternative delivery methods. This role plays a critical part in advancing complex transportation infrastructure projects—from conventional design‑bid‑build to design‑build, CM/GC, and other innovative delivery models—while building and mentoring a high‑performing team.

• Provide leadership and technical direction to Project Managers (PMs), Senior Project Managers (Sr. PMs), and bridge engineering staff across structural design and delivery.
• Oversee execution of bridge projects including highways, interchanges, transit structures, and complex rehabilitation/replacement efforts.
• Lead teams delivering projects through both traditional (Design‑Bid‑Build) and alternative delivery (Design‑Build, CM/GC, P3) methods.
• Ensure alignment of technical quality, constructability, and innovation—particularly on fast‑paced, contractor‑driven delivery projects.
• Drive practice performance, including project health, budget adherence, and profitability across a diverse portfolio of bridge projects.
• Collaborate with other Practice Leaders to integrate bridge expertise into multidisciplinary pursuits and major programs.
• Serve as Project Manager or Technical Lead on key, high‑profile bridge pursuits and projects.
• Build and lead a strong, collaborative team culture focused on accountability, innovation, and delivery excellence.

• Lead recruiting efforts to grow a high‑performing bridge structures team with experience in both design and alternative delivery.
• Mentor engineers across all levels, supporting development in structural design, constructability, and project delivery approaches.
• Foster technical growth in areas such as complex bridge analysis, staged construction, accelerated bridge construction (ABC), and construction engineering.
• Develop future leaders with the ability to operate in both traditional and design‑build environments.

• Oversee financial performance of bridge projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Lead contract negotiations, scopes, and fee development—particularly for alternative delivery pursuits where scope definition evolves.
• Monitor project schedules, staffing utilization, and overall financial health (WIP/AR) across the practice.
• Provide leadership in managing risk, change orders, and cost controls on complex infrastructure projects.

• Lead and support major bridge pursuits, including design‑build and alternative delivery proposals.
• Partner with contractors, DOTs, and public agencies to position the firm for complex infrastructure opportunities.
• Drive growth by identifying and securing new bridge and transportation projects across regional and national markets.
• Lead technical proposal development, teaming strategies, and interview presentations for high‑profile pursuits.
• Promote the firm’s bridge capabilities, including complex structures, rehabilitation, and innovative delivery expertise.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with DOTs, municipalities, transit agencies, and contractor partners.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on bridge delivery strategies, constructability, and risk management.
• Identify upcoming opportunities and position the team early in the pursuit lifecycle.
• Provide input into strategic planning through market insights and client feedback.

• Ensure all bridge projects meet quality management and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the firm in industry organizations such as the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, American Society of Civil Engineers, and local transportation agencies.
• Stay engaged in evolving industry trends, including alternative delivery methods and accelerated construction techniques.

• Ensure safe, efficient delivery of bridge projects across all phases—from design…