Senior Bridge Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to understand today’s needs and develop plans to improve the movement of people and goods!

We have the immediate opening for a Senior Bridge Engineer that will assist in building and managing a structural group within the Texas market. This position will play a vital role in expanding our presence in Texas, hiring and mentoring staff, and helping guide the overall direction of our growth and expansion in Texas as well as supporting growth throughout the company. Leadership responsibilities include operating with integrity and sound business principles, business planning and strategy, establishing goals, building and maintaining positive client relationships, open communication with partners and team, along with growing and directing the structures design practice. The Structural Engineer will participate in the evaluation, inspection, rehabilitation and design of infrastructure facilities for transportation projects.   

This position is open to multiple locations within Texas.

Requirements: 

The successful applicant must possess the following:

• A minimum of 16 years of experience in the bridge design
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.  Master’s Degree or other advanced degree desirable
• P.E., registered in the state of Texas 
• Strong knowledge of TXDOT Policies and Procedures preferred
• Experience designing and managing bridge projects and preparing contract documents in accordance with TXDOT Policies and Procedures preferred
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO Bridge LRFD Specifications
• Strong knowledge of TXDOT specifications, policies, and procedures
• Experience with a variety of bridge design software
• Hands-on experience with MicroStation software
• Qualified NBIS Inspection Team Leader a plus
• FHWA-NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Training a plus
• Track record of developing and growing engineering groups and establishing external and internal relationships
• Ability to manage and mentor staff of all levels and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Excellent communication and business development skills including developing client relations, strategic partnering, preparing proposals and preparing/delivering presentations
• Experience with all aspects of engineering project management including preparing scopes of work, cost estimates, and project schedules 
• Ensuring quality and timeliness of deliverables and supervising the execution of work.
• Able to travel to project sites, company offices and client meetings
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
• Willingness to continue to learn and grow technically and professionally within the company
• Open to utilizing and developing new technologies and approaches for performing work

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Position # 3247

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