Bridge Maintenance Program Manager - Structural Engineer

State of Montana•Helena, MT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Maintenance Program Manager. This position is an experienced and licensed professional structural engineer that serves as the Bridge Maintenance Program Management Engineer and Section Supervisor and is responsible for administering all aspects of the Bridge Maintenance program and various bridge maintenance projects ensuring that over 3,000 bridges and other transportation structures under MDT’s jurisdiction remain safe for the traveling public. The role involves leading the Bridge Maintenance Section in evaluating the structural vulnerability of structures under MDT’s jurisdiction by reviewing NBIS bridge inspection reports, performing field assessments or remote evaluations, recommending repair and mitigation strategies, and overseeing the design, maintenance, and repair of structurally or safety‑deficient bridges and structures statewide. Joining the MDT Bridge Bureau means joining a committed and loyal team of approximately sixty professionals in the bridge design, bridge management, bridge inspection, and bridge project management fields. We serve with pride and use our guiding principles of engineering excellence, teamwork, and innovation to provide outstanding customer service to the people of Montana. The wide breadth of experience within the Bridge Bureau provides an exceptional environment to develop your leadership, engineering, and project management skills, all while having the support and collaboration of the best bridge engineering staff in the state. As part of our team, you can expect to be treated with respect and professionalism. The work we do is critical to public safety, and you will find a strong team in the Bridge Bureau to help support your professional success. Recognition at all levels is commonplace, laughter and positive reinforcement is frequent, and you can look forward to the reward of solving highly complex and critical structural engineering challenges that make a difference in the lives of everyday Montanans. For a full job description, please contact Elisa Schock at [email protected]. Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: 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. For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences, especially the methods and practices of bridge structural analysis.
Familiarity with industry standards and specifications, bridge design and load rating standards, bridge and tunnel inspection standards, bridge and road construction methods and policies, industry guidelines and practices.
Skill in effective written and verbal communications at performing engineering analyses and applying engineering concepts, techniques, and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances.
This position must be skilled at evaluating structural problems by examining evidence, discussions with peers and inspection personnel, reviewing calculations and contract documents to determine proper course of action; and skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on ambiguous or conflicting information.
This position requires skill in applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards, preparing calculations, reports, and other documentation necessary to complete inspection, repair, maintenance, and design projects.
A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited Engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered.
At least 8 years bridge related load rating, or bridge load rating program management experience. NBIS or SNBI bridge inspection, bridge engineering analysis, or bridge design experience may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
At least 2 years of professional level management experience.
Proof of successful completion (minimum 70%25 passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader, or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire.
Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design are preferred.
Demonstration of advanced understanding and experience with engineering principles or extensive application of related practice and methodologies of bridge load rating, LRFD Bridge Design Specs, or MBE may also be considered as an alternative to graduate degree.

Responsibilities

Administering all aspects of the Bridge Maintenance program
Evaluating the structural vulnerability of structures under MDT’s jurisdiction by reviewing NBIS bridge inspection reports
Performing field assessments or remote evaluations
Recommending repair and mitigation strategies
Overseeing the design, maintenance, and repair of structurally or safety‑deficient bridges and structures statewide.

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.