Bridge Design Lead - Columbia, SC

Overview

Lead bridge design projects, mentor staff, manage proposals and client relations

Key Responsibilities

• site visits
• construction support
• structural design
• cost estimating
• client meetings
• team supervision

Tasks

-Conduct site visits to assess infrastructure conditions and document findings. -Provide construction support for transportation-related projects. -Meet with client representatives regarding project progress and requirements. -Mentor and supervise engineers on studies, reports, design calculations, and drawings for bridge and transportation projects. -Publish technical articles and present at technical conferences. -Participate in professional associations and boards. -Perform structural engineering, project management, bridge analysis, and prepare engineering designs. -Lead marketing activities relevant to the field. -Prepare technical proposals and reports as needed. -Oversee quantity takeoffs and construction cost estimates.

Requirements

• pe license
• b.s. civil
• 10+ yrs
• project management
• aashto lrfd
• csibridge

What You Bring

-Ability to partner with coworkers and clients at different levels. -A Professional Engineering license in SC required. Professional Engineering license in NC, VA, and MD is a plus. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 10 years of progressive structures engineering design experience and 5+ years of project management experience. -Must have excellent written and verbal communications, excellent organizational skills, and strong project management skills. -Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products is required. -Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with SCDOT bridge replacement projects. -Experience with and understanding of AASHTO LRFD design and complex structural analysis software such as CSIBridge, SAP2000, LEAP Bridge, BrR, etc. is required. -Preferred qualifications include demonstrated experience managing projects across diverse disciplines such as roadway, drainage, geotechnical, and environmental engineering. Additional experience overseeing project execution, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring quality assurance on multiple concurrent assignments is also highly valued. -Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of bridge and structural design; familiarity with load rating and safety inspection is preferred. -Experience with road and/or rail bridge rehabilitation design, and rating analysis is desired.

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Benefits

-401 (k) Retirement Plan -Flexible Spending Account (FSA) -Professional and personal development -Medical, dental, vision insurance -Generous paid time off -Health Savings Account (HSA) -Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability -Commuter and wellness benefits

About Michael Baker International

-Specializes in transportation, water resources, energy, and government-related projects, delivering high-quality solutions. -Known for its expertise in complex, multi-disciplinary projects that shape cities, regions, and transportation networks. -Works on a diverse range of projects including roadways, bridges, airports, water systems, and energy infrastructure. -Regularly supports local, state, and federal government agencies with crucial public infrastructure projects. -The firm’s legacy is built on delivering practical, sustainable, and forward-thinking solutions to challenging engineering problems. -Notable projects include major transportation systems, environmental remediation, and disaster recovery operations. -Employs cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to solve the most pressing engineering challenges of today.

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