Structural Project Manager Bridge Transportation

About the role

VHB is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer/Project Manager to join their dynamic group. This position involves leading the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and transportation-related structural projects, as well as managing client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manages, develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for bridge/transportation projects
• Prepares proposals and/or contracts
• Participates in project decisions regarding technical approach, costs, and scheduling
• Directs and mentors team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc.
• Reviews plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements

Skills and Attributes

• Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Team-oriented with strong capability to work independently
• In-depth knowledge of MassDOT Bridge design standards
• Robust technical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Strong project management skills
• Motivated to lead and mentor others
• Knowledge of one or more structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad)
• Experience in either AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation v8 is a strong plus

Qualifications

• 11-15 years’ experience required
• BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred) (1-2 years of experience can be substituted for a master's degree)
• PE license required
• Experience completing transportation studies, design reports, final design documents and developing contract plans, in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures including AASHTO & MassDOT or other DOT’s.
• Independent experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis

Pay

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $140,000-185,000 and the position located in Worcester, MA is $130,000-180,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.