Bridge Design Engineering Manager

Overview

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Design Engineering Manager
. This position is a Bridge Projects Design Manager within a given District. The role manages the progress of all preconstruction activities for several concurrent bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, and bridge and structures activities in other Highway projects within the District. It involves developing and documenting preconstruction activities from project assignment to contract award, including project risk assessments, coordinating with stakeholders, initiating appropriate public involvement, and overseeing structural engineering, design, and the preparation of bridge plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.

This position reports to the Bridge Design Engineer. Multiple locations may be available for this position.

For a full job description, please contact Angela Murolo at amurolo.

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

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• The required knowledge and skills are acquired through education at least equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering field with an emphasis on structural design.
• This position requires a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in bridge or structural engineering. Of those seven (7) years, three (3) years must be as a licensed professional engineer.
• This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of supervision, team lead experience, or equivalent education in an approved management development course.
• Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include Professional Engineering license in the State of Montana, or through comity at time of hire.
• Alternative qualifications include any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of civil and structural engineering and related mathematics and physical sciences.
• Working knowledge of MDT divisions and work units (Planning, Engineering [geotechnical, hydraulics, road design, environmental, traffic, survey, etc.], Construction and Materials), engineering policy, methods and procedures, applicable regulations, standards and specifications, AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and Guides.
• Skill in effective team-building, written and verbal communications, directing and supervising professional staff, public and governmental relations, and planning and directing multiple engineering activities for short and long-term projects.
• Skill in developing and evaluating solutions to complex engineering problems using classical methods and advanced computer applications; applying analysis and professional judgment to draw conclusions and make recommendations; assessing construction plans and projects; and interpreting design codes, field and research data.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct multiple engineering activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; communicate effectively in writing and orally; present to the public; and work effectively in a high-stress, multi-task environment.

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

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