Bridge Design Technical Manager
Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Structural Bridge Technical Manager
Benesch is growing, and our North Carolina Structural team is looking for an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer ready to take the next step in their career as a Technical Manager. This role offers the opportunity to stay close to the technical work you enjoy while taking on greater influence across projects, teams, and the growth of our practice. You’ll lead and contribute to the planning and design of transportation structures, serve as a technical resource for project teams, and mentor engineers as they develop their skills and careers.
As a growing mid-sized firm, Benesch offers the opportunity to make an impact without getting lost in layers of management. You’ll have the chance to work closely with leadership, collaborate across disciplines, influence how we deliver projects, and help shape the future of our North Carolina Structural group. If you’re looking for a role where your technical expertise is valued, your ideas have a voice, and you can help build something as the team grows, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
Location
This position offers a hybrid work schedule based out of our Raleigh, NC office.
The Impact You’ll Have
- Lead and contribute to the planning, analysis, and design of transportation structures and bridge projects
- Serve as a technical leader and trusted resource for project teams and staff
- Provide technical direction on analysis, design approaches, software, assumptions, and project solutions
- Perform and review structural analysis and design while maintaining responsibility for quality and completeness
- Mentor and develop engineers by sharing technical knowledge and helping them grow their capabilities
- Partner with Project Managers to identify technical challenges, communicate progress, and keep projects moving
- Support quality control and ensure designs meet applicable standards, project requirements, and client expectations
- Provide technical expertise across a variety of projects and serve as a subject matter expert within the discipline
- Contribute ideas and expertise to help grow and strengthen the North Carolina Structural practice
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina
- 10+ years of structural engineering experience with a transportation focus
- Advanced knowledge of structural engineering software, codes, standards, and design practices
- Proficiency in MicroStation
- Experience with 3D bridge modeling preferred
- Experience with Construction Engineering services preferred
- Proven ability to mentor and develop technical staff
- Strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Why Benesch
It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
- Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
- Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
- Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
- Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
- Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.
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