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VHB Senior Structural Bridge Engineer/PM in Providence, Rhode Island
ABOUT THE POSITION
Senior Structural Bridge Engineer | Hybrid | Watertown, MA | Providence, RI | Wethersfield, CT | Bedford, NH | South Portland, ME | South Burlington, VT other offices in the VHB footprint maybe considered.
VHB is seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Structures group. In this position, you would serve in a lead role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation related structural projects, as well as helping to lead and mentor our technical staff.
Responsibilities
Manages, develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for bridge-focused transportation projects
Prepares proposals and/or contracts; Participates in project decisions regarding technical approach, costs, and scheduling
Responsible for client relationships, visibility, and business development
Directs and mentors team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc.
Project management/task management
Reviews plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements
Skills and Attributes
Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering
Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
Robust technical and critical thinking skills
Detail oriented and quality focused
Strong project management skills
Motivated to lead and mentor others
Knowledge of structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad)
AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation v8 and Connect experience is a strong plus
Qualifications
11+ years of professional experience in structural bridge design, construction phasing, and complex bridge projects required
BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred) (1-2 years of experience can be substituted for a master's degree)
PE license required
Experience completing transportation studies, design reports, final design documents and developing contract plans, in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures including AASHTO & DOT
Independent experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis
WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.
Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience.
Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
Amazing co-workers
A focus on learning and development
Flexible, hybrid workplace
It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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ID: 2022-2726
External Company URL: https://www.vhb.com/
Street: 1 Cedar Street, Suite 400
Telecommute: No