Senior Bridge Engineer

About the Opportunity:

We’re representing a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy known for delivering complex transportation infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Their New York City office is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to take on a technical leadership role within their bridge design group.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to step into a client-facing role, manage key projects, and mentor junior staff, while working on some of the region's most critical bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead structural analysis and design for bridge superstructures (steel & prestressed concrete) and substructures (including pile foundations).

• Manage field inspections for rehabilitation and reconstruction bridge projects, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards.

• Oversee preparation of construction documents including plans, details, quantity calculations, cost estimates, and technical specifications.

• Review and respond to RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals during the construction phase.

• Coordinate with internal design teams, clients, contractors, and public agencies to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineering staff.

• Support project management activities including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (NY preferred).

• 8-12 years of bridge engineering experience, ideally within New York or surrounding states.

• Proven experience in bridge design (rehabilitation & reconstruction), structural analysis, and construction support services.

• Strong proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., MIDAS, CSI Bridge, SAP2000).

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Prior experience working with public agencies (e.g., NYSDOT, NYCDOT, PANYNJ) is a strong plus.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive base salary between $140,000 and $160,000.

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, 401(k) match, and performance bonuses.

• Opportunity to work on high-visibility infrastructure projects across the NYC metro area.

• Defined career progression path into Project Management and Technical Leadership.

• Supportive and collaborative office culture with a focus on professional development.

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