Bridge Engineer

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! Bridge Engineer Benesch is hiring a Bridge Engineer to join our Colorado Division. As a Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on vehicular bridges (simple and complex), pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. At Benesch we work on projects in the planning, design, construction, and in-service phases so you will get exposed to the full life-cycle of structures. The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing bridge projects and the ability to mentor junior staff. Location This position offers flexibility within the front range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area. Key projects Examples of past and ongoing projects led by our Colorado Bridge team include: I-25 Exit 11: Interchange improvements in Trinidad, Colorado, modernized the junction with twin roundabouts, a new bridge, and enhanced access to Fishers Peak and Trinidad Lake State Parks. Replaced the older, “confusing” bridge, widened ramps, and installed dual roundabouts to improve capacity and reduce safety risks. 8 th Street Corridor: Project in Colorado Springs widening the bridge over Fountain Creek. Key improvements include adding a new northbound lane, a dedicated right-turn lane, and a multi-use path to improve traffic capacity and pedestrian connectivity near US Highway 24. Peoria Over Sand Creek: Benesch is providing comprehensive design services for the City of Aurora’s Peoria Street bridge replacement over Sand Creek. The project widens Peoria Street to six lanes and replaces a flood-prone, 60-year-old bridge. Benesch’s work includes structural and hydraulic design, ADA-compliant multimodal facilities, drainage, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental documentation, and public outreach to improve safety, mobility, and community access. The Impact You Will Have Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects What You Will Need BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and sch…