6,448 Bridge Specialist jobs in the United States

• Lead the structural design and analysis of various types of bridges, including highway, pedestrian, and railway bridges.
• Perform complex structural calculations and modeling using state-of-the-art Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
• Develop comprehensive design drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents in accordance with relevant codes and standards.
• Conduct thorough bridge inspections and condition assessments, providing recommendations for repair or rehabilitation.
• Collaborate closely with architects, geotechnical engineers, and other project stakeholders to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to contractor RFIs during the construction phase.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client relationships for assigned structural projects.
• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Stay current with advancements in bridge engineering technologies, materials, and design methodologies.

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural focus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering, with at least 5 years focused specifically on bridge design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado, or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• In-depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and other relevant codes.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, CSiBridge) and AutoCAD/Revit.
• Experience with load rating, seismic design, and fatigue analysis of bridges.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for bridge projects.

This is an on call/as needed non-benefited position. Pay rates for Union positions are set in the Collective Bargaining Agreement with SEIU Local 521. Each position has a total of six steps, Step 1 (entry level) through Step 6 (15 years of employment with the organization). Union staff are promoted from Step 1 to Step 2 upon their one-year anniversary. The current Step 1 rate for this position is $34.21/hr, and the current Step 6 rate for this position is $37.77/hr.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities:

Provide a safe and welcoming living environment for residents.

Correct safety and potential safety hazards or report them to Program Manager or Assistant Manager and maintenance department.

Ensure work area is clean and well kept; assist in the daily upkeep of the facility, including housekeeping and supplies.

Provide milieu and mental health rehabilitation and case management services for a varying caseload, coupled with involvement of their families, which assist and support clients in all areas of daily living, rehabilitation and treatment, by working individually and in groups to facilitate integration into the community.

Utilize methods of observation, conduct client interviews, and administer various evaluations to assess clients' cognitive and functional levels and recommend appropriate treatment programs.

Engage and engender trust for the purpose of developing therapeutic relations with clients.

Provide client services in restorative, functional, and preventive therapeutic programs.

Plan and organize activity programs, utilizing activities as an evaluation tool and as a therapeutic process;

Facilitate individuals and groups through rehabilitation counseling processes that help develop and strengthen life, coping, and independent living skills; develop curriculums;

Facilitate one-on-one and groups through rehabilitation counseling processes; take notes; schedule clients for psychiatric consultations.

Provide medical follow-up assistance to clients in obtaining a primary care physician, coordinating care with medical personnel, and assisting with medical issues, schedules, and transportation.

Provide support to facilitate issues with existing client insurance benefits to expedite treatment, to enable them to return to work, and for payment to the Agency.

Provide service to clients and clients' families in linkage with professional and community resources.

Coordinate care with other programs and contact case managers if clients show changes in behavior; refer clients to non-Momentum therapists, if appropriate;

May communicate with clients' probation officers, conservators, and case managers, and the courts of client admission and on an on-going basis;

Liaise/advocate for clients with outside agencies; help and educate clients with researching outside, independent living and making the most of community resources; liaise with representatives of those resources, such as property managers, on behalf of clients;

Conduct telephone interviews with clients; help them with interviews for housing placement;

Work with clients' families and educate them on mental health issues, facilitating the assistance process toward successful transitions.

Interface directly with clients and provide counseling, particularly during times of conflict and crisis intervention.

Assess clients' independent living skills and mental status; identify needed skill-sets; assist in learning new skill-sets; provide opportunities to practice new skills; assess their stability; approve their weekday and weekend passes; and help clients with learning problem-solving, independent living, socialization, and coping skills;

Assist in budgeting and financial planning; address health and safety issues, how to respond to common emergencies, and medication education;

Encourage clients' resourcefulness, self-empowerment, and understanding their diagnosis and/or illness;

Alert other professional staff of adverse reactions to medication or medication avoidance;

When assessed as highly unstable, such as being a danger to self or others, write up 5150 holds (involuntary detentions) to determine the extent of the threat; de-escalate that threat;

Provide appropriate consultation/back-up to support other staff in responding to client crisis.

Assist clients with self-administered medical treatments, including medications, as assigned by a medical professional.

Participate in management of team/program discretionary resources available to meet client needs.

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team on client treatment, progress, and discharge planning.

Complete the clinical records and other documentation, processes, and procedures that enable clients to receive these services in accordance with agency, payor and regulatory requirements, utilizing paper and/or computer technology.

Develop and/or implement individual service and treatment plans.

Consult with Clinicians to get assessments and treatment plans approved and to discuss clinical issues;

Document progress on a regular basis, as directed

Update treatment plans per Agency guidelines;

Perform annual psycho-social rehabilitation assessments.

Perform administrative admissions and discharge paperwork and other procedures.

Set up initial case conferences and work with clients to assess discharge options;

Arrange case conferences for discharge; schedule appointments and interviews for discharge programs; complete the Discharge Summary.

Enter and maintain up-to-date clinical documentation for each client.

Update client files with case notes and treatment plans; enter hours via computer on a timely basis for billings.

Audit and review documents and complete monthly medical record reviews.

Collect reports/data.

Perform general office work, electronic/telephonic communications, and timecard processing.

Provide transportation in personal or agency vehicles, including, but not limited to, the transport of clients and or program supplies, for agency business.

Provide on-call floor coverage, providing cooking and house coverage, and participating in after-hours rotation and shift exchange debriefings.

Perform First Aid in emergency situations.

Other Duties And Responsibilities:

Provide appropriate consultation and back-up to support other staff in responding to client crisis.

Required to attend and participate in weekly and monthly staff, program, agency and community meetings and training; will conduct trainings as needed.

NOC shift staff required to attend monthly meetings and other meetings as assigned.

All staff working shifts other than NOC are required to attend weekly, monthly and other meetings as assigned.

Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety or other regulatory requirements.

As needed, on a backup basis oversee the documentation and issuance of medications to clients.

Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities Required: (E = Essential; D = Desired)

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent education plus five years' experience; OR Associate's degree plus three years' experience; OR Bachelor's degree plus two years' experience; OR Master's degree in a related field plus one year's experience, working in a human service setting; (E) and/or a mental health setting. (D) (Appropriate volunteer and internship experience and personal experience in the mental health system will be considered.

Eligibility for MHRS certificate. (D)

First Aid Certification or successful completion of First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire. (E)

Meet government and/or regulatory standards for continuing education credits and recertification, including a minimum of 20 hours of directly related professional training, if assigned to a crisis residential facility. (E)

Demonstrated ability to:

Work independently and in a small team environment; (E)

Engage and communicate effectively with others in both verbal and written English; (E)

Monitor and support developmental growth and the recovery process; (E)

Manage multiple tasks and demands; (E)

Employ tact and diplomacy, exercise good judgment, and act calmly in emergency situations; (E)

Work from a strengths-based, harm-reduction, social rehabilitation model; (E)

Work effectively with persons of different value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds, language capabilities and disabilities; (E)

Work collaboratively with individuals identified as those with serious mental illness who meet the following criteria: histories of hospitalization, institutionalization, including with the criminal justice system, substance abuse, low engagement in medication treatment, and difficulty in participating in structured activities and living independently; (E)

Work with populations identified as high risk and/or considered under-represented in the County Mental Health system with multiple barriers; (E)

Exhibit exemplary customer service, compassion, and care in the execution of all duties and interactions. (E)

Demonstrated ability to work with participants who:

May also have histories of assaultive behavior; (E)

Overall Responsibility:

Under the direction of experienced engineers, work on a variety of clearly defined assignments that require the application of standard design engineering techniques. These can include preparing civil engineering drawings, specifications, and estimates for design projects; working on construction projects and completing project tasks. The work builds technical skills in design calculations, reading and interpreting surveys, researching design options, writing technical reports, managing projects, basic CADD review and drafting, and communicating with members of teams.

Key Job Duties:

• Manage assigned project tasks including preparing and updating project schedules and producing reports related to projects. May interact with other professionals and teams on project matters, under guidance
• Assist in preparing engineering related calculations, design drawings, specifications, and visual aids
• Assist with field work (e.g., groundwater and soil sampling, remediation system operations, site inspections)
• Collect and enter data, and apply technical principles and theories to assist in interpreting and analyzing data
• Review contractor submittals for adherence to technical specifications on construction projects
• Compare investigation findings to relevant studies and provincial/federal regulations to assess compliance, draft reports documenting results and presenting findings; and
• Miscellaneous assignments on an as-needed basis

Desired qualities and attributes:

• Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing and standard office software
• GIS and/or CAD skills
• Good oral and written communication skills, good sense of professional rule
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly and both orally and in writing

Educational requirements:

• Currently in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field

Overall Responsibility:

Under the direction of experienced engineers, work on a variety of clearly defined assignments that require the application of standard design engineering techniques. These can include preparing civil engineering drawings, specifications, and estimates for design projects; working on construction projects and completing project tasks. The work builds technical skills in design calculations, reading and interpreting surveys, researching design options, writing technical reports, managing projects, basic CADD review and drafting, and communicating with members of teams.

Key Job Duties:

• Manage assigned project tasks including preparing and updating project schedules and producing reports related to projects. May interact with other professionals and teams on project matters, under guidance
• Assist in preparing engineering related calculations, design drawings, specifications, and visual aids
• Assist with field work (e.g., groundwater and soil sampling, remediation system operations, site inspections)
• Collect and enter data, and apply technical principles and theories to assist in interpreting and analyzing data
• Review contractor submittals for adherence to technical specifications on construction projects
• Compare investigation findings to relevant studies and provincial/federal regulations to assess compliance, draft reports documenting results and presenting findings; and
• Miscellaneous assignments on an as-needed basis

Desired qualities and attributes:

• Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing and standard office software
• GIS and/or CAD skills
• Good oral and written communication skills, good sense of professional rule
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly and both orally and in writing

Educational requirements:

• Currently in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field

GAI Consultants is looking for a motivated leader to be part of the continued growth and expansion of the civil engineering practice in the Ohio River Valley Region. GAI’s civil engineering practice is focused on private and public projects. The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplined infrastructure projects for GAI. Private projects are anticipated to include master planned projects, residential, commercial, industrial, and other wide-ranging developments in the region. Public projects are anticipated to include municipal and institutional projects that require civil expertise and typically include other GAI disciplines. This is a senior position responsible for client management and business development for public and private project opportunities in the greater region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide sales and client management for existing and new strategic clients.
• Work with other senior leadership to support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts in the greater Ohio River Valley Region
• Work with technical and proposal staff to develop responses for cost proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
• Work with project managers to develop project management plans for effective management of project deliverables, budget control, and schedule control, with a focus on maximizing client satisfaction and profitability.
• Negotiate or assist with negotiating contracts.
• Assist with annual strategic and tactical planning for the market and company.
• Contribute to GAI's public profile by actively participating in leadership roles in the community and/or professional organizations.
• Support plan preparation, scope compliance, scheduling of tasks
• Have a good working knowledge of reviewing and approving local agencies – Cities, Counties, and Authorities.
• Prepare weekly updates to backlog and manpower reports

Job Qualifications (Experience, Essential Education, and Skills Needed):

• Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Institution
• Minimum 15 years of experience in Civil Engineering, with 5 in the local market preferred
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer in Indiana or have the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Capable of sales to support team.
• Knowledge of civil drainage, grading, and utilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project

General Characteristics

• Makes decisions with broad influence on activities of their practices.
• Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations that are conclusive and have a far-reaching impact on the practice and the industry.
• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding projects and activities of major consequence.
• Provides leadership and develops and engages others to create a common vision for their projects and the practice.
• Assesses the acceptability of engineering economic analyses and the risks associated with solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Evaluates solutions to complex problems that involve multiple specialty areas of engineering.
• Advocates for ethical behavior in the practice of engineering and assesses courses of resolution to ethical dilemmas in complicated situations.

Experience

• 15+ years of experience.

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Master's Degree or Equivalent Experience Preferred

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
• Driver's License

Technical Responsibilities

• Frequently performs advisory or consulting work for the practice across broad project areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects.
• Assesses practices and requirements to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.

Project and Task Management

• Evaluates project management plans for complex engineering projects.
• Develops risk mitigation plans to address project risks.
• Evaluates effectiveness of leaders and teams.

Management, Supervision and Guidance

• Leads an entire project of critical importance.
• Develops projects needed for accomplishing the objectives of the practice.
• Develops practice strategy for staff development through mentored experience, continuing education, and self-development.
• Instills and fosters professional attitudes within the practice.

Communication, Teamwork and Leadership

• Negotiates critical and controversial issues with leadership of other practices.
• Represents their practice at important functions and conferences.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

15 years:

Experience in Civil Engineering, with 5 in the local market preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Professional Engineer

A well-established architecture and planning firm in Costa Mesa is seeking a Civil Designer / Drafter to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on supporting site planning and civil design efforts for a variety of urban development projects, including mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare civil design drawings, site plans, grading, and utility layouts using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar software.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to develop comprehensive design solutions.
• Produce construction documents, details, and specifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with site analysis, feasibility studies, and coordination with municipal agencies and review boards.
• Support project teams throughout all phases, from conceptual design to construction administration.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project standards in all civil drafting and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Drafting, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in civil drafting or design, preferably in urban development or mixed-use projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office; knowledge of GIS is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Understanding of municipal codes, grading, drainage, and utility design preferred.

Why This Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to urban development projects in Costa Mesa, working alongside a collaborative team while honing your civil design and drafting expertise.

Senior Water / Wastewater Project Manager / Designer (PE)

Coastland | DCCM has an immediate opening for an experienced Senior Water / Wastewater Project Manager / Designer (PE) . The full-time hybrid positions (remote and job site) and require travel to serve our client. Seeking multiple candidates to appropriately divide the territory and limit the amount of travel.

We are seeking a senior professional engineer with 10+ years of experience in the public market, technical experience in water, wastewater, stormwater, and related experience in public works planning, design, and construction management.

Senior Water / Wastewater Project Manager / Designer (PE) Job Summary :

The Senior Water / Wastewater Project Manager / Designer (PE) will work closely with other engineers, technical specialists, and clients to successfully deliver innovative solutions for our client's challenges. This is an exciting growth opportunity for a motivated person ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to our growing operations.

Senior Water / Wastewater Project Manager / Designer (PE) Requirements, Skills, and Abilitie s:

8+ years of project management, W/WW design and superb attention to detail

8+ years’ experience with contract negotiation and execution

Comfortable developing project fees and estimates

Demonstrated success managing aggressive project schedules

Able to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines

Capable of working as part of a team or independently

Ability to work successfully with experts in multiple disciplines with a range of approaches

10+ years’ experience and proficient with applicable software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, BlueBeam, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other modeling software

Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager/Designer (PE) Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

10+ years of relevant Civil Engineering professional experience

Current Professional Engineer licensure in California

Benefits: Coastland | DCCM offers a highly competitive compensation package based on experience. Our benefits package includes medical-dental-vision coverage, 401k plan w/ employer matching contribution, and continuing education programs.

Equal Opportunity Statement: At Coastland | DCCM we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are open to the possibility that a great candidate for this job may not precisely meet all the stated criteria for this position, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Company Overview:

EKA Associates, P.A. is a leading civil engineering and land development consulting firm based in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. We specialize in delivering high-quality design solutions for residential and commercial development projects across the state. We are currently seeking an experienced and licensed Principal Civil Engineer to join our team and provide technical leadership within our engineering department.

Position Summary:

The Principal Civil Engineer will lead design efforts and oversee technical execution of land development projects, ensuring high standards of quality, code compliance, and client satisfaction. This individual will be responsible for guiding junior staff, managing engineering tasks independently, and coordinating with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams. This is a leadership role requiring strong civil engineering knowledge, particularly in site design and stormwater management within New Jersey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and review site design plans and civil engineering drawings for residential and commercial developments.
• Oversee the preparation of comprehensive development plans including site layout, grading, drainage, erosion and sediment control, and detail sheets.
• Conduct and evaluate soil permeability testing and logging.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for clients and attend design and coordination meetings.
• Ensure compliance with utility coordination requirements, NJDEP flood hazard regulations, and local resolution conditions.
• Perform detailed stormwater management design utilizing industry-standard modeling software.
• Prepare project documentation, cost estimates, and support permitting and regulatory submissions.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and drafters on technical design standards and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Active New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on civil engineering design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and civil design tools
• Strong working knowledge of NJDEP regulations and New Jersey municipal development procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment

Compensation:

• Salary Range 155k - 160k Year
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Equity Opportunities

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Equity Opportunities

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, standard business hours

Location Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to commute to or relocate to Scotch Plains, NJ prior to starting employment.