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Structural Bridge Technical Manager
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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.
We are committed to an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. If you see this statement resonate, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Location We are open to candidates located in Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division includes offices in Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; and Kansas City, MO. This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in‑office collaboration when feasible. Candidates located outside the region may be considered for a fully remote arrangement.
Impact You Will Have As a Structural Bridge Technical Manager, your core responsibilities include:
Technical Design Leadership & Delivery
Lead and perform structural design and analysis for bridge and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.
Develop and review technical work products including calculations, design documents, drawings, and specifications.
Coordinate structural design elements with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Establish and promote engineering best practices, innovative solutions, and quality control procedures across projects.
Technical Guidance & Mentorship
Serve as a subject matter expert on bridge design methodologies, analysis approaches, and technical decision‑making.
Mentor and provide technical coaching to engineering staff to elevate design competency and professional growth.
Review and advise on technical progress and challenges, ensuring clarity and technical rigor in deliverables.
Project Support & Coordination
Collaborate with Project Managers to define technical scope, design assumptions, and resources needed for successful project execution.
Support internal quality assurance processes and participate in design reviews.
Provide technical input during client meetings, design reviews, and project development discussions.
Contribute to the successful production and delivery of structural plans and specifications.
What We Are Looking For
B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering (M.S. preferred).
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Kansas and/or Missouri (or ability to obtain reciprocity).
8+ years of bridge structural engineering experience, with emphasis on design, analysis, and technical delivery (experience on KDOT or MoDOT projects preferred).
Strong proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., AASHTO LRFD tools, modeling platforms, drafting environments).
Experience with bridge inspection and load rating is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to maintain technical quality within project schedules and budgets.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as necessary.
Benefits Explore the benefits of working at Benesch. We prioritize health, wellness, and professional growth with a comprehensive Total Rewards package.
Professional Development
Opportunities for management and leadership development, including executive coaching and leadership training.
Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses.
Access to resources such as Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical meetings, and training sessions.
Personalized training and career development plans with managers.
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and certifications.
Support for active participation in professional organizations.
Retirement Benefits
Access to retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge.
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of gross compensation to your retirement plan (includes 5% profit‑sharing contribution to the 401(k) plan and 80% match on contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%).
Work/Life Balance
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work‑from‑home options depending on the role.
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career.
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed and ability to bundle time‑off plans.
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Employee Engagement
Encouragement to join employee resource groups and committees to enhance work‑life balance and community initiatives.
Support for community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
Benesch is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. Requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.
Recruiters or staffing agencies: Benesch is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm that presents a candidate, resume, or profile to a Benesch employee without a recent, current, and fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team at TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com.
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Structural Bridge Technical Manager
role at
Benesch . Be among the first 25 applicants.
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.
We are committed to an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. If you see this statement resonate, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Location We are open to candidates located in Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division includes offices in Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; and Kansas City, MO. This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in‑office collaboration when feasible. Candidates located outside the region may be considered for a fully remote arrangement.
Impact You Will Have As a Structural Bridge Technical Manager, your core responsibilities include:
Technical Design Leadership & Delivery
Lead and perform structural design and analysis for bridge and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.
Develop and review technical work products including calculations, design documents, drawings, and specifications.
Coordinate structural design elements with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Establish and promote engineering best practices, innovative solutions, and quality control procedures across projects.
Technical Guidance & Mentorship
Serve as a subject matter expert on bridge design methodologies, analysis approaches, and technical decision‑making.
Mentor and provide technical coaching to engineering staff to elevate design competency and professional growth.
Review and advise on technical progress and challenges, ensuring clarity and technical rigor in deliverables.
Project Support & Coordination
Collaborate with Project Managers to define technical scope, design assumptions, and resources needed for successful project execution.
Support internal quality assurance processes and participate in design reviews.
Provide technical input during client meetings, design reviews, and project development discussions.
Contribute to the successful production and delivery of structural plans and specifications.
What We Are Looking For
B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering (M.S. preferred).
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Kansas and/or Missouri (or ability to obtain reciprocity).
8+ years of bridge structural engineering experience, with emphasis on design, analysis, and technical delivery (experience on KDOT or MoDOT projects preferred).
Strong proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., AASHTO LRFD tools, modeling platforms, drafting environments).
Experience with bridge inspection and load rating is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to maintain technical quality within project schedules and budgets.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as necessary.
Benefits Explore the benefits of working at Benesch. We prioritize health, wellness, and professional growth with a comprehensive Total Rewards package.
Professional Development
Opportunities for management and leadership development, including executive coaching and leadership training.
Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses.
Access to resources such as Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical meetings, and training sessions.
Personalized training and career development plans with managers.
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and certifications.
Support for active participation in professional organizations.
Retirement Benefits
Access to retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge.
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of gross compensation to your retirement plan (includes 5% profit‑sharing contribution to the 401(k) plan and 80% match on contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%).
Work/Life Balance
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work‑from‑home options depending on the role.
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career.
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed and ability to bundle time‑off plans.
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Employee Engagement
Encouragement to join employee resource groups and committees to enhance work‑life balance and community initiatives.
Support for community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
Benesch is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. Requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.
Recruiters or staffing agencies: Benesch is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm that presents a candidate, resume, or profile to a Benesch employee without a recent, current, and fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team at TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com.
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