Structural Design Segment Manager

Ferrovial•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Structural Design Segment Manager supports structural design and plan production for major civil infrastructure projects. The role performs and coordinates structural design calculations, plan development, technical documentation, quantity support, design checks, field observations, and coordination tasks while collaborating with design leads and senior structural personnel. The manager performs structural design and plan production for bridges, retaining walls, and minor structures during Design & Build phases under general direction. The position also reviews design deliverables and calculations, supports design management and quality oversight for assigned structures and task packages, coordinates with project stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams, prepares quantity estimates, and assists with field observations and construction challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related field.
At least 4 years of professional experience in the analysis and design of structures, including at least 2 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, bridge design, civil infrastructure, or transportation projects.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in any U.S. state, preferably Tennessee, or the ability to obtain the qualification within one year.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, technical plans, structural calculations, and engineering information, and communicate effectively with engineering, construction, consultant, and project teams.
Knowledge and experience using Bentley MicroStation or Autodesk AutoCAD environments.
Knowledge and practical experience with structural design software such as OpenBridge Designer (LEAP Concrete & Steel), SAP2000, or SOFiSTiK.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated hard work, integrity, ethics, and commitment to high standards.

Nice To Haves

MSc degree in Structural Engineering.
At least six years of professional experience.
Previous experience managing external or internal teams.
Previous experience using MicroStation and Bentley environments.
Familiarity with AASHTO design standards and knowledge of TDOT structural design standards.
Knowledge and practical experience in the Bentley environment, including MicroStation, OpenBridge Modeler, and ProjectWise.

Responsibilities

Perform structural design tasks, calculations, and plan production for bridges, retaining walls, and minor structures during Design & Build phases, applying project specifications, contract requirements, and established design standards.
Check and review design deliverables, calculations, and plans prepared by subconsultants or clients for accuracy and quality; apply relevant specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
Make technical decisions, conduct independent engineering analysis, and develop practical, constructible design optimizations and solutions with experienced engineers and design staff.
Support structural design management by overseeing design execution, workflow processes, and technical quality for assigned structures, task packages, or submittals to meet project delivery goals, schedules, and quality standards.
Act as the primary technical contact for assigned structural tasks and coordinate with clients, owners, subconsultants, subcontractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams to align design needs and resolve technical issues.
Estimate bills of quantities, generate quantity takeoffs, and quality-check quantity backup prepared by subconsultants.
Coordinate with roadway, drainage, geotechnical, utilities, maintenance of traffic (MOT), construction, project management, and other engineering teams.
Assist with field observations and conduct site visits to support construction activities and help resolve field challenges.