Office of the County Engineer · 8 hours ago
Structural Engineer - Bridge & Maintenance
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expThe Office of the County Engineer is seeking a Structural Engineer - Bridge Design and Maintenance to oversee the management, design, and maintenance of Harris County bridges. This role involves coordinating with various agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and the successful execution of long-term maintenance programs while performing bridge inspections, assessments, designs, and repairs.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Oversee the design, maintenance, and rehabilitation of Harris County bridges, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and safety standards
Coordinate with TxDOT on all bridge-related projects, from new designs to maintenance and repair work
Perform bridge design, structural analysis, and maintenance planning
Manage contracts with external consultants for bridge inspections, designs, and construction projects
Perform quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for all bridge-related work products, ensuring designs meet Harris County and TxDOT standards
Ensure timely completion of bridge inspections and maintenance work, addressing any safety concerns promptly
Act as a subject matter expert in the design, design review, assessment, and rehabilitation of bridges within Harris County
Communicate effectively with management, project teams, and external stakeholders, including TxDOT, to ensure project goals are met
Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure the successful delivery of bridge projects
Support disaster recovery efforts related to structural damage following major events
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or Structural Engineering. Or equivalent related field needed to meet Licensing requirements of this position
Minimum of 7 years of experience in bridge design, maintenance, and management, including coordination with TxDOT or similar agencies
Detailed knowledge of HC, HCFCD, COH, or TxDOT standards and specifications
Experience with structural inspections and the design of bridge rehabilitation projects
P.E. License within the state of Texas
Signed and sealed at least (3) infrastructure plan sets
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
Proficiency in structural analysis software and bridge design tools
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Valid Texas driver's license upon hire with a good driving record
Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities
Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events
Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events
Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity
Preferred
Additional experience beyond the required in the design or construction of public infrastructure
Proven ability to lead negotiations with consultants, developers, other agencies, and stakeholders to procure resources and formalize cooperative relationships that achieve program goals
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization
Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands, and schedules
Company
Office of the County Engineer
Office of the County Engineer is a regional leader in providing wholly integrated professional services to a broad range of clients.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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