Bridge Design Engineering Manager

State of Montana•Helena, MT

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Design Engineering Manager. This position is a Bridge Projects Design Manager within a given District. The position is responsible for managing the progress of all preconstruction activities for several concurrently ongoing bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, and bridge and structures activities in other Highway projects in that District. The position is responsible for managing, developing, and documenting the preconstruction activities from project assignment to contract award including project risk assessments, working with stakeholders, initiating appropriate public involvement, as well as overseeing the structural engineering, design, and preparation of bridge plans, special provisions and cost estimates. This position reports to the Bridge Design Engineer. Multiple locations may be available for this position.

Requirements

Education at least equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering field with an emphasis on structural design.
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in bridge or structural engineering.
Of those Seven (7) years, three (3) years must be as a licensed professional engineer.
A minimum of one (1) year of supervision, team lead experience, or equivalent education in an approved management development course.
Professional Engineering license in the State of Montana, or through comity at time of hire.
Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of civil and structural engineering and associated mathematics and physical sciences.
Working knowledge of the methods and practices of the other divisions and work units in MDT such as Planning, Engineering (geotechnical, hydraulics, road design, environmental, traffic, survey, etc.), Construction and Materials; the engineering policy, methods and procedures of the Department of Transportation and applicable regulations, standards and specifications, AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and Guides.
Skill in effective team building techniques.
Skill in effective written and verbal communications.
Skill in organizing, directing and supervising professional and paraprofessional personnel.
Skill in dealing tactfully with the public and with governmental officials.
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing multiple engineering activities for short and long-term projects.
Skill in developing and evaluating solutions to complex engineering problems by classical methods and advanced computer applications.
Skill in applying analysis and professional judgment to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
Skill in assessing construction plans and projects.
Skill in exercising engineering judgment in the interpretation of design codes, field and research data.
Ability to plan, organize and direct multiple engineering activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to make engineering presentations to the public.
Ability to work effectively in a high stress and multi-task environment.
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date.
Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

Nice To Haves

Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Managing the progress of all preconstruction activities for several concurrently ongoing bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, and bridge and structures activities in other Highway projects in that District.
Managing, developing, and documenting the preconstruction activities from project assignment to contract award including project risk assessments.
Working with stakeholders.
Initiating appropriate public involvement.
Overseeing the structural engineering, design, and preparation of bridge plans, special provisions and cost estimates.

Benefits

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer