Key Talent Solutions · 14 hours ago
Senior Bridge Engineer
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $165K/yr
16+ years expKey Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead complex public-sector transportation projects in Florida. This role involves balancing technical leadership with direct involvement in bridge design and evaluation, while mentoring engineering staff and ensuring quality oversight.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Carrie Richardson
Responsibilities
Lead the structural design of new bridge projects, widenings, and complex rehabilitation efforts
Perform and oversee structural analyses for major concrete and steel bridge systems, including post-tensioned concrete and segmental structures
Prepare and review bridge plans, calculations, and contract documents per state DOT standards
Perform and supervise bridge inspections, evaluations, and load ratings for existing structures
Apply AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and relevant state DOT requirements
Provide QA/QC oversight for bridge deliverables, ensuring accuracy, safety, and constructability
Serve as a technical resource to project teams and public agency clients
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers
Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and site visits
Support business development and maintain client relationships with public-sector transportation agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Minimum of 16 years of progressive bridge design experience
Professional Engineer license in Florida or ability to obtain licensure through comity within six months
Extensive experience delivering bridge projects for state DOTs and public agencies
Strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Familiarity with state DOT specifications, policies, and procedures
Experience designing major concrete and steel bridge structures
Proficiency with industry-standard bridge design and analysis software
Strong communication skills and a professional reputation built on technical credibility
Preferred
Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Experience with complex bridge systems, including vessel collision loading
Experience with alternative delivery methods such as design-build or P3 projects
Previous QA/QC leadership or technical review authority
Experience working with multiple state DOTs
Benefits
Flexible work options
Healthcare
Retirement plans
Professional development support
Company
Key Talent Solutions
KTS Group – Expert Recruitment Across Multiple Sectors With foundations dating back to 1978, KTS is a global, multi-sector recruitment group known for its expertise.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase