Bridge Engineer

at  City of Winnipeg

Under the general direction of the Bridge Planning and Operations Engineer, the Bridge Engineer undertakes design and contract administration of bridge maintenance works; project management of maintenance projects; structural analysis of bridge infrastructure and related matters of weight restrictions on bridges; detailed bridge assessment and improvement studies; assists in bridge asset management functions; and carries out bridge research and standards initiatives. The Bridge Engineer also provides back-up support to the Bridge Planning and Operations Engineer including acting in that role when necessary.

As the Bridge Engineer, you will:

• Undertake engineering studies related to renewing/upgrading bridge infrastructure and prepare reports complete with recommendations and cost estimates.
• Undertake bridge asset management functions including implementation/management of bridge asset management software, review inventory data integrity, review bridge inspections, recommend maintenance, develop detailed bridge management scenarios, and develop unit costs for rehabilitation/repair techniques.
• Develop bridge load rating program and analysis for load limits on bridge infrastructure.
• Oversee the issuance of Overweight Vehicle Permits as related to bridge infrastructure.
• Liaise with Provincial Highway permit personnel, Police Services, Traffic Management Staff, the Manitoba Trucking Association, and trucking firms on special permit issues.
• Review and advise on proposed amendments to the Highway Traffic Act and related regulations with respect to the effects on City Bridge Infrastructure.
• Undertake in-house bridge maintenance projects including scope assessment; structural design; supervision of drawing preparation; tender/specification preparation where applicable; obtaining environmental or utility approvals; contract administration; and supervision of inspection services.
• Manage bridge maintenance projects and bridge inspection/assessment studies undertaken by external consultants and specialized testing firms.
• Administer the application of project cost accounting controls, directs and reports on project budget expenditures.
• Undertake bridge infrastructure research and standards reviews and recommend improvements which shall include studies and investigations related to bridge design methods, materials, and construction techniques and evaluate trial products.
• Review construction drawings and specifications for all capital bridge construction projects prepared by external consultants for consistency with current or proposed bridge standards.
• Participate in value engineering and risk analysis exercises related to bridge infrastructure projects.

YOUR EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or completion of any other degree or education in a related field would be considered an asset.
• Several years of experience in the design, construction, and rehabilitation of bridge infrastructure.
• Extensive experience in bridge maintenance/rehabilitation design and contract administration, and bridge load rating analysis and assessment techniques.
• Experience providing leadership and working collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of current bridge design standards, materials, construction practices, and rehabilitation methods.
• Knowledge of Federal and Provincial legislation and City by-laws and regulations related to the function of the position would be an asset, including: The City of Winnipeg Act, Environment Act, Rivers and Streams regulations, National Transportation Agency regulations, Navigable Waters Act.
• Extensive knowledge in project management and contract administration principles and techniques.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff, elected officials, the public, City departments, and outside agencies, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage multiple tasks or projects under changing or stressful conditions or in response to emergency situations.
• Ability to identify, negotiate, and resolve conflicts in a timely manner with effective results.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions to accommodate time limits and program changes.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

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