Structural Bridge Technical Manager

About the role

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country, creating spaces and providing connections that make a difference. We are committed to 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.

Qualifications

We are open to candidates located in Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division includes offices in Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; and Kansas City, MO. 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.

Skills

• Structural Design and Analysis
• Bridge Inspection and Load Rating
• Technical Leadership
• Project Management
• Communication Skills

Benefits

At Benesch, 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. Additionally, we offer mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with 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.