Senior Structural Engineer – Bridges, Transportation

AMT Engineering

. Serve as a lead technical professional on bridge and structural design projects .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRichmond • Virginia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bridge and structural design, project management, and client relations, with a strong focus on compliance and quality assurance. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring less experienced professionals while maintaining professional engineering standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure10+ Years of Structural Design Experience15+ Years of Project Management ExperienceProficiency in LEAP Bridge EnterpriseExcellent Communication and Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Bridge DesignStructural AnalysisProject ManagementQA/QC ProceduresSchematic Design DevelopmentContractual Document PreparationBusiness DevelopmentStrategic PlanningBridge Condition InspectionClient Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeLEAP Bridge EnterpriseLARSA 4DLPileMDXDescusAASHTOWare BrRMerlin DASHSpColumnBentley MicroStation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) Licensure

Industry Keywords

Bridge Design ProjectsStructural Transportation ProjectsState DOTsClient RelationsMultidisciplinary Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a lead technical professional on bridge and structural design projects
Plan, direct, and monitor mid-to-large multidisciplinary projects or technically complex medium-sized bridge projects
Establish client relations and participate in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings
Conduct schematic, design development, and contractual document work sessions with project managers, technical professionals, and other disciplines
Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, and compliant with applicable standards and client and AMT requirements
Coordinate staffing and workload throughout project development to complete documents on schedule
Work with the Business/Accounting Manager and Discipline/Managing Director on project reviews
Implement QA/QC procedures and review bridge plans
Execute training and development for personnel
Mentor and supervise less experienced project managers
Maintain professional engineering registration
Lead teams in designing highway and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, load ratings, and related structures
Support structural transportation projects for state DOTs, counties, municipalities, and private clients
Work on related structures in other states through the interoffice staff utilization program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire
10+ years of relevant experience in analysis and design of new and rehabilitation structures
15+ years of project and client management experience with significant project experience and client contacts
Experience with MS Office
Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills
Good communication, leadership, planning, and mentoring skills
Excellent organizational, project management, and written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to perform hands-on bridge condition inspection and comfort with heights
Valid driver's license in good standing
Ability and willingness to travel as required, including occasional weekly travel
Ability to pass a pre-employment post-offer background check
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, project managers, supervisors, and team members
Ability to use standard office equipment
Ability to navigate unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment
Ability to work in extreme heat, cold, or inclement weather
Desired proficiency in LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LARSA 4D, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin DASH, spColumn, PennDOT software packages, Bentley MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads/Bridge software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership through ESOP
Tiered medical coverage
Dental and vision coverage
401(k) with 6% company match
Short- and long-term disability
College savings plan
Life insurance
Paid time off
Holidays
Training and certifications
Flexible working conditions
Educational assistance
In-house training programs
Career advancement opportunities