Bridge Structures Lead at VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

185000.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Engineering, Project Management, Technical Writing, Team Leadership, Bridge Design, Seismic Analysis, NYSDOT Standards, NYCDOT Standards, MTA Standards, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, AASHTOWare, Midas Civil, OpenBridge Designer, MDX

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION NYC Bridge Structures Lead | Hybrid | NYC VHB has been at the forefront of delivering impactful, innovative projects and have achieved significant milestones in recent years, while offering employees an industry leading workspace with exceptional benefits that have propelled us to being a consistent 'Best Place to Work'. Recent VHB Accolades: 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company – Awarded by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB VHB is seeking a NYC Bridge Structures Lead to join its NYC office. 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/ 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 Experience and in-depth knowledge of NYSDOT, NYCDOT, and MTA Bridge design standards Robust technical and critical thinking skills Detail-oriented and quality-focused Strong project management skills Motivated to lead and mentor others Knowledge of one or more structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, Midas Civil, OpenBridge Designer, or MDX) Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation is a strong plus Qualifications 11-15 years’ experience required BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred) (1-2 years of experience can be substituted for a master's degree) PE license required Independent experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis Project experience with MTA, NYCDOT, NYSDOT and/or PANYNJ preferred Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $150,000 – 185,000 The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience. 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, which includes: Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growth Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace We are consistently 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 a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. #LI-DB2 #LI-Hybrid

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Responsibilities

The Bridge Structures Lead will manage and implement structural planning, analysis, and design for bridge and transportation projects. This role also involves mentoring technical staff and ensuring project quality and compliance with standards.