Senior Bridge Engineer - Project Manager

Gannett Fleming • Salt Lake City, UT

34d • $112,000 - $170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Team. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in our Denver, CO offices. Working on the bridge team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature bridge projects here. As an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer - Project Manager you will provide innovative leadership, project management, superior client facing skills and the ability to communicate and work across multiple operational groups and technical disciplines in Colorado. Our goal is to continue to expand our bridge group and this role is pivotal to achieving this objective. Successful candidates will deliver best in class technical solutions to our clients on the design, delivery and management of projects across both public and private sectors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 10-15 years of bridge related design experience with 5 years at a project management level, managing a bridge/structures design group.
• Candidate should be well versed in the use of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Demonstrated success in managing preliminary and final design, preparation of construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, project scheduling and subcontractor management.
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal skills.
• Track record of successfully completing projects and team leadership.
• Experience in writing/development of project proposals and letters of interest.
• Solid client relationships and willingness to help lead bid, proposal and presentation efforts.
• Business development and strategic planning is preferred but not required.
• Application deadline 12/31/2025
• PE required

Nice To Haves

• Colorado client relationships
• Strong familiarity with CDOT is preferred
• Masters in Civil or Structural Engineering Preferred

Responsibilities

• Securing, planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of small to large scale multi-discipline bridge projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff.
• Reinforcing and continuing to establish strategic market position/service offerings for the group to align with client needs and Gannett Fleming TranSystems strategic initiatives.
• Oversight of activities related to Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation and Bridge Inspection.
• Serving as a Project Manager, Task Manager and/or Bridge Technical Advisor on Project Pursuits.
• Mentoring structural staff.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services