Sr. Bridge Designer
Gft
Leading architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering transportation, water, power & buildings solutions.
Entry-level bridge engineer designing and inspecting bridge projects.
11 days ago ago
$85,000 - $95,000
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Enterprise AI
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Platform Modernization
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AI‑Driven Customer Service
High‑Performance Computing
Sector Specialisms
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Retail Banking
Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Role
Description
report prep
quantity take-off
cost estimate
structural design
load rating
cadd drafting
- Prepare technical reports and inspection documentation.
- Perform calculations, quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
- Support preparation of plans, details, and specifications for bridge projects.
- Assist with shop drawing reviews and help ensure compliance with contract documents.
- Assist in structural design and analysis under the direction of senior engineers.
- Perform field inspection on a variety of bridge and tunnel structures.
- Perform load rating analyses and assist in the preparation of load rating reports.
- Use CADD to develop construction plans.
- Prepare inspection documentation and perform reporting tasks.
Requirements
autocad
civil 3d
fe exam
bridge design
bachelor's
communication
- Experience using CADD tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
- Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- 2-3 years of bridge design experience or demonstrated interest in structural engineering through applied academic coursework, past internships, or work experiences.
- Good communication and teamwork skills with interest in growing technical knowledge.
- Valid Driver's License and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Working knowledge of structural design software and plan development processes.
Benefits
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- successful completion of a criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.
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Company
Overview
Top 500 Design Firm
Ranked in ENR's Top 500
Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.
130+ Offices
National Presence
Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.
- Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
- Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
- Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
- Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
- An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.
Culture + Values
- Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
- Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
- Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
- Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
- Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”
Environment + Sustainability
2025 Target
Climate Neutrality
Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.
50% Reduction
Emissions Target
Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.
10% Drop
Emissions Fall
Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.
Rating B
Climate Performance
Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.
- Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
- Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
- Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
77 Graduates Expanded
WomenTech Mentoring Programme
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.
3 Editions in 2022
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.
77 Graduates
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.
- Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
- Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.
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