Benesch · 3 days ago
Structural Bridge Project Engineer
KC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expBenesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm enhancing infrastructure and communities across the country. The Structural Bridge Project Engineer will be responsible for designing, inspecting, and managing bridge projects while collaborating with a team of professionals.
Civil EngineeringConstructionRailroad
Responsibilities
Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with DOT standards
Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
Plan and perform bridge and tunnel inspections to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
Prepare and review bridge and tunnel inspection reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
Lead structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating and inspection projects
Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
Qualification
Required
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
PE License in Missouri and/or Kansas or ability to obtain
Minimum of 4 years of bridge design, load rating and/or inspection experience
Experience working with MoDOT, KDOT and/or municipalities
Strong communication and client relation skills
Progressive experience with developing design drawings and utilizing MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
Ability to perform complex analysis and design
Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Preferred
Successful completion of one or more of the following FHWA-NHI courses preferred but not required: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges, Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges, Bridge Inspection Refresher Training
Benefits
Insurance
Retirement plans
Wellness programs
Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Community service
Student scholarships
Matching gift opportunities
Company
Benesch
Serving a broad range of markets, Benesch has played a role in shaping our nation’s infrastructure and local communities for decades.
501-1000 employees
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President & CEO
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