Senior Bridge Engineer - Project Manager

GPI seeks a Senior Bridge Project Manager to join our growing Western NY operations within our Rochester, NY office. We work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment on various transportation projects for federal, state, local, and private clients. We seek to grow our management team with individuals who possess a great work ethic and a desire for growth and mentorship for the next generation. Our ideal candidate will possess a technical and project management experience for structural transportation projects (Bridges/Culverts). This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm and provides the opportunity to work on projects at local and national levels.

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for 60 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit:

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
• Guide staff in the preparation of calculations and design documents including the assembly of plans and specifications for public advertisement and bidding
• Ability to work in a team environment and actively assist, mentor, and support developing personnel
• Guide staff in the development of contract specifications and preparation of contract bid documents, including construction cost estimates.
• Guide staff in the selection of design criteria using relevant codes and standards
• Perform and review calculations using various software and/or hand calculations
• Communicate effectively and proactively address client queries
• Provide Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) for deliverables
• Actively participating in expanding our engineering operations and boosting our market reach into other structure projects in Region 4
• Support targeted and personalized outreach efforts for local and regional clients while retaining and improving current client relationships
• Participation as a GPI representative within local Engineering Organizations and at local conferences

Qualifications:

• BS Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) required
• 10+ years bridge engineering design and project management experience
• Shall be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrate leadership skills with a desire for growth.
• Good writing and strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively to orchestrate a team to complete projects on time and in budget.
• Must have preliminary and final design and plan production experience per local, County and NYSDOT standards.
• 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.
• Bridge load rating experience is an additional benefit

• 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 wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working