Senior Bridge Engineer
Greenman-Pedersen Inc

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GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/D/V

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Job Description

GPI is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our growing Western NY operations in Buffalo, NY. We are looking to grow our team with engineers who possess a great work ethic and a desire to learn and mentor others. Our ideal candidate will possess a high energy level and a strong desire to accomplish great things within our engineering group. We are a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm specializing in the design and construction of bridges. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm specializing in the design and construction of bridges.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities

• Project management and engineering, from conception to completion including proposal preparation, design and construction documents and construction administration under the guidance of senior managers.
• Apply engineering principles and produce high quality deliverables
• Prepare calculations and design documents including the assembly of plans and specifications for public advertisement and bidding
• Ability to work in a team environment and assist, mentor, and support junior personnel
• Develop contract specifications and preparation of contract bid documents
• Review design criteria using relevant codes and standards
• Perform and review calculations using various software and/or hand calculations
• Retention and development of client relationships
• Communicate effectively and proactively address client queries
• Interface with other internal technical disciplines
• Participate in relevant meetings and prepare progress reports
• Review and provide Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) for project engineering deliverables
• Follow required checking procedures, identify issues and problems, and develop appropriate solutions
• Develop and supervise the preparation of cost estimates for construction documents
• Attend project meetings and participate in project site visits when required

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university
• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) required or ability to obtain
• 10 or more years of meaningful experience related to bridge engineering design and management
• Shall be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrate leadership skills
• Must have preliminary and final design and plan production experience
• Bridge load rating experience is a plus
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office
• Experience and familiarity with computer drafting and structural analysis software
• A sound knowledge of AASHTO and NYSDOT Standard Specifications
• Knowledge of NYSDOT's Locally Administered Federal Aid project process for highway and bridge projects a plus
• Good writing and strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team to execute on tasks in order to complete projects on time and on budget

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working