Senior Bridge Engineer-Project Manager - TranSystems Corporation

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.  

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

What you'll be challenged to do:

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is excited to announce we are seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer Project Manager specializing in Bridge Design and/or Inspection to help lead our bridge team. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor project budgets to ensure they are used appropriately for progress during the project.
• Assist with preparation of Technical and Price Proposals.
• Identify work that is beyond the required Scope of Services and prepare Change Order Requests before expending person-hours.
• Develop Progress Reports and review invoices for completeness and accuracy.
• Make confident and timely decisions.
• Direct client, sub-consultant, and in-house staff coordination utilizing excellent communication skills, both verbally and written.
• Lead and mentor staff. Continuously monitoring staff’s work to insure progress of acceptable design practices.
• Plan, organize and effectively utilize people, resources, and materials within WBCM’s bridge group and with other technical disciplines such as the Highway and Water Resources groups. 
• Anticipate and mitigate conflicts/issues and complete projects within the budget, while satisfying Client’s expectations.
• Monitoring work of Sub-Consultants to ensure completion of work on time and within budget, including technical review of their work. 
• Design of structural components of bridges, box culverts, retaining walls, and related transportation-related structures.
• Preparation of design plans, cost estimates and specifications for bridge and transportation projects.
• Perform bridge inspections in accordance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS).
• Prepare and review bridge inspection reports. 
• Perform load rating analyses in accordance with AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation based on as—built or as-inspected conditions. 
• Review Plans, Specifications, and Estimates at various milestones to insure completeness and accuracy of work. Provide technical design direction throughout the project life cycle.
• Perform construction phase services including field visits and review of Contractor’s submittals and RFIs. 
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews of technical reports, contract documents, or proposals prepared by others.
• Enhance expertise through continued learning.
• Actively participate in professional and/or technical organizations.
• Mentor, train, and supervise Design Engineers.
• Maintain current Professional Engineering licenses in good standing.

What you bring to our firm:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering. 
• 10 years of experience in bridge inspection and/or bridge design including preparation of construction documents. 
• Licensed Professional Engineer. Maryland PE License preferred. If not currently in possession of a MD PE, willingness, and ability to acquire MD PE within six (6) months of hire.
• FHWA NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training.
• Understanding of various design codes such as AASHTO, ACI, AISC, NDS, etc.
• Knowledgeable in computer programs such as Merlin Dash, LEAP Bridge, MIDAS, STAAD, L-Pile, etc.
• Understanding of and experience utilizing CADD software including MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Excellent time management and written & oral communication skills.
• Ability to work through assigned tasks/projects independently and timely.
• Willingness to work with and learn from Bridge teammates of all levels.
• Design/Inspection experience within Maryland and with local agencies.
• Ability to understand and interpret client and regulatory requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to grow to the next level of leadership and success.
• Team oriented and self-motivated.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to company vehicle for inspection work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD.
• 401(k) company match.
• Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado, Maryland, Connecticut, Ohio, Washington, or NY City, Gannett Fleming TranSystems is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Maryland and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; internal peer equity; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $101,000 - $155,000 annually.

Gannet Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: Gannet Fleming TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.