Structures Chief Engineer
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Orlando, FL
Reporting To: Megan Mott
Description
DRMP is seeking a dynamic Structures Chief Engineer to work on impactful transportation and bridge projects across Florida. As a Structures Chief Engineer, you'll lead complex designs, mentor junior staff, and serve as a technical expert across a wide range of structural systems and delivery methods. If you bring deep bridge design experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for innovation, we want to hear from you.
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Key Responsibilities
* Serve as Structures Project Manager, Engineer of Record, or Design Lead on multi-disciplined transportation projects using both conventional and alternative delivery methods
* Serve as Technical Structures Design Lead for all aspects of bridge design and plans preparation
* Direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions
* Direct planning, design and production of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications for projects related to bridge and transportation structures
* Perform technical reviews (QA/QC) of structural calculations, written reports, engineering drawings, and specifications ensuring appropriate design criteria, procedures and guidelines are followed
* Lead marketing efforts for bridge project pursuits including FDOT Letters of Response, Presentations and Technical Interviews
* Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI's, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
* Train and mentor junior engineers
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Bachelors of Science from an ABET-accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering
* Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer
* 15+ years post registration structural engineering experience
* 20+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post-tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation-related structures
* Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT suite of FDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets
* Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans
* Ability to do 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus
* Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
* Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity
* Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus
* Experience with post-tensioning applications is a plus
* Experience with straddle bent design is a plus
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time management skills
* Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
* Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
* Valid driver's license with approved/acceptable driving history
Preferred Qualifications
* Masters (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering
* PE and/or SE certification in Florida or the ability to obtain Florida Registration
* Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of the FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications
Benefits
* Excellent compensation package
* Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
* 401(k) Plan and Match
* Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
* Mentorship Program
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Parental Leave
* Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
* Variety of voluntary benefit options
* Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
* Company-furnished life insurance
* Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
* Flexible Spending Account
* and More
DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.
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