Senior Bridge Structural Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Syracuse, NY

1d • $138,000 - $165,000

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Structural Engineer to join our Bridge Team in Albany, NY, Buffalo, NY, Rochester, NY, or Syracuse, NY. In this pivotal role, you will help lead the planning, design, and delivery of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to advance impactful transportation infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas with a deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (OpenBridge Designer, AASHTOWare BrD & BrR, LEAP Bridge Concrete, STAAD Pro, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Active participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of bridge and structural engineering projects—from concept through completion—by developing advanced engineering designs, technical reports, and contract documentation, while guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineering staff
• Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues across multiple teams and projects
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases with engineering and project management teams
• Mentor and provide technical review for junior engineering staff
• Conduct engineering studies, investigations, and prepare reports for company leadership, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Prepare technical proposals and external presentations for clients, the general public, and regulatory agencies, showcasing CHA’s commitment to safe, resilient, and sustainable bridge solutions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior