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Senior Bridge Engineer

Bridge

Lexington, KY

Learn. Grow. Lead.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer to provide technical expertise and oversight.  Our ideal candidate has excellent technical bridge skills.  The position is well suited to an engineer that enjoys being the task leader on bridge projects, serving as a mentor for junior staff development, and implementing our design quality control process.  Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, takes pride in their work, and is eager to learn new skills and grow our presence in Ohio and Kentucky.


About Compass:

Compass Infrastructure Group offers civil engineering design and project management services, specializing in bridge and highway design, safety studies, inspections, constructability, and other transportation related services.  Compass works as a consultant for transportation projects primarily with public clients and local governments throughout Ohio and Kentucky.  As a result of our success, we have developed a steady backlog of diverse and exciting transportation projects to continue our strategic and intentional growth.  Our company values revolve around putting our people first, technical expertise, quality, and responsiveness.


Job Description:

The position is well-balanced between business development, project management, and technical responsibilities. Based on the firm’s growth trajectory, this position will offer outstanding career development, including being a primary point of contact with clients within your region. Compass has a solid backlog of existing bridge projects, making this a low-pressure opportunity. You will serve as the head of the bridge group in Kentucky by identifying potential projects to pursue, helping prepare project proposals, leading bridge tasks, implementing quality control, and hiring and mentoring junior staff.


Responsibilities will include:

  • Serve as Project Manager and/or Bridge Task Manager for projects

  • Be responsible for project scope, budget, and schedule conformance

  • Ensure quality by implementing Compass’s quality control procedures

  • Develop and implement standard practices and procedures for bridge projects

  • Identify clients/projects within your region and lead business development initiatives

  • Develop project scopes and fees

  • Mentor new staff as the firm grows

  • Consult on hiring of future staff members


Project Management and Business Development experience is a plus. However, less experienced candidates with excellent leadership potential will also be strongly considered. If you have been the “person behind the person” and are ready to lead, we encourage you to apply.


What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering

  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Kentucky

  • 10 to 20+ years of transportation industry experience

  • Willingness to serve as primary point of contact and the face of the firm in your region

  • Experience working on KYTC projects

  • Experience leading bridge projects as project manager and/or task manager

  • Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects

  • Ability to work independently preparing engineering reports, calculations, and overseeing plan development

  • Experience preparing reports, plan packages, and proposals

  • Proven leadership abilities

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Cooperative, team-oriented spirit

  • Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: OpenBridge Designer, MDX, AASHTOWare BrR, LPile, and more.


What We Offer:

  • A start-up environment with career growth potential

  • Currently a remote position; will ultimately be 4 days in Kentucky office and 1 day work from home

  • Standard office hours with flexibility for life demands

  • Competitive benefits including Paid Time Off and 401(k) matching contributions

  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employee

  • 2 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave for birth of child

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