Bridge Practice Leader

Full Time
Chicago, IL 60606
Posted
Job description

Our Bloom family is growing; and we would love the chance to see if you fit in with the culture we have built. We have developed a mentor-mentee culture that allows us to all share our experiences with one another; and in return we can all grow personally and professionally. Where you have shortcomings, others in the company may have strengths. Keep that in mind as you read through our position requirements listed below. We see value in anything you can bring to the table; even if it’s something other than what we have listed here:

Job Description

We are looking for a Bridge Practice Leader who is responsible for the growth and success of the bridge practice within the firm to lead and support business development, bridge talent acquisition and development, project delivery, and client relationships. This position can be located within the Midwest or in Boston, MA.

Job Responsibilities Include:

  • Research respective markets, develop client relationships, recruit talent, and identify business opportunities across the country.
  • Expert in the industry with strong client connections in the Midwest.
  • Provide firm-wide leadership and guidance in areas of technical specialties and provides oversight on overall bridge practice operations.
  • Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
  • Have a solid understanding of DOT's consulting expectations and needs
  • Act as Project Principal or Lead Engineer on bridge design, rehab, and inspection projects, managing scope, schedule, staffing, budget, etc.
  • Make key contributions on project pursuits, facilitating the growth of the bridge practice
  • Coordinate tasks among the multidisciplinary project teams to conduct analyses, develop design solutions, and lead the preparation of design drawings, calculations, and specifications for fixed bridge engineering projects
  • Perform quality control reviews of bridge design deliverables
  • Organize and manage design efforts for multiple simultaneous projects
  • Ensure quality control activities are performed for all assigned work and back check work of others
  • Work efficiently to meet deadlines and complete projects within a given amount of time
  • Demonstrate a strong ability to meet project budgets and schedules

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil or Structural)
  • Masters in Engineering a plus
  • Professional Engineer (PE) and Structural Engineer License required (SE)
  • 15 years of bridge experience
  • Leadership in team building and project delivery
  • Research bridge markets, develop client relationships and identify business opportunities
  • Ability to track budgets, maintain project/group performance goals
  • Mentor staff and develop a goal-oriented team capable of delivering complex projects
  • Exceptional technical skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Bloom is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, ethnicity, veterans, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability. We offer opportunities to all based on qualifications, experience, and potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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