Farnsworth Group, Inc. · 1 day ago
Chicago Bridge Team Lead
Farnsworth Group is a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, seeking a Chicago Bridge Team Lead to manage a client-focused Transportation Structural Engineering team. The role involves leading design projects, managing junior staff, and serving as Engineer-of-Record for various bridge design tasks.
Design
Responsibilities
Serve as the Bridge Team Lead in the Chicagoland area to manage and lead the Junior Transportation Structural Team staff
Serve as the Engineer-of-Record, including leading/performing designs for various complex, advanced-typical and typical bridge design projects
Perform and/or supervise all structural tasks, including, but not limited to, planning, analysis, and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects
Technical supervision and management of junior bridge staff on design projects that include, but are not limited to, steel plate girders, prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, substructures, foundations, box culverts, and retaining walls for highway and railway bridge projects
Serve as client and project manager (communications, scope, schedule, budget, and quality) on bridge-related projects and supervise other project managers and project engineers in the performance of engineering tasks
Provide QC/QA related to bridge and infrastructure-related structural design
Assist in the preparation of project proposals
Qualification
Required
B.S in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering
Illinois Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and ability to obtain reciprocity in other states
8 - 15 years of bridge engineering experience including experience with IDOT categorized Complex, Advanced-Typical and Typical structures, Pedestrian, and railroad bridges
Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and standards that govern the discipline
Advanced knowledge of software appropriate for the discipline, showing proficiency in most programs specific to this role/discipline
Experience in MicroStation is required; experience in 3D bridge modeling is highly desirable
Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
Project management and Client Management skills and experience
Strong communications skills and willingness to work in a team environment
Experience working with IDOT and/or Tollway Facility Bridge projects as well as local agencies
Preferred
M.S in Civil/Structural Engineering
Illinois Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) or the ability to obtain one in 1 year
Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer Connect Edition (LEAP Bridge Steel, LEAP Bridge Concrete, RM Bridge, etc.), Sap2000, CSI Bridge LPile, Erikkson Culvert, AASHTOWare BrR, RISA-3D, SPW911, Mathcad/Mathcad Prime, Enercalc, BlueBeam, or other Finite-Element or Foundation analysis/design software
Benefits
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Pet Insurance Plan
Hybrid Work Program
Company
Farnsworth Group, Inc.
Farnsworth Group is a leading employee-owned full-service design firm, with over 600 professionals across the United States.