Structural Bridge Technical Manager

About the role

Besch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Cookordination 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 to elevate design competency and professional growth.
• Review and advise on technical progress and challenges, ensuring clarity and technical rigor in deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to define technical scope, design assumptions, and resources needed for successful project execution.
• 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 successful production and delivery of structural plans and specifications.

Requirements

• 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 (experience on KDOT or MoDOT projects preferred).
• 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 with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as necessary.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees. We also provide flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, and parental leave. We are committed to supporting our employees' well-being and success.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in-office collaboration when feasible. Candidates located outside the region may be considered for a fully remote arrangement.