David Evans and Associates
Sr Bridge Engineer/Task Lead, Bridges and Structures
David Evans and Associates, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80202
Senior Bridge Engineer And Task Leader
DEA is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer and Task Leader to join our Denver team and take a hands-on leadership role in delivering some of the region's most complex and meaningful bridge projects. If you're passionate about structural engineering and motivated to lead teams that build smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation infrastructure, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. As a Sr. Bridge Engineer, you will provide technical excellence, leadership, and project management across a wide range of structural engineering effortsfrom new design and construction engineering to preservation, rehabilitation, and load rating. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate directly with clients to solve challenging infrastructure problems. What You'll Do Lead the development of bridge design deliverables, including concept reports, structure selection reports, design calculations, construction documents, cost estimates, and schedules. Manage and execute bridge planning, design, construction engineering, and rehabilitation projects. Oversee and perform structural analyses and develop or check design calculations in accordance with AASHTO LRFD and other applicable codes. Provide technical quality control, checking engineering deliverables for accuracy, code compliance, and design excellence. Deliver bridge load rating analyses, and retrofit recommendations. Mentor and guide junior engineers; foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture. Actively participate in client relations, helping translate client needs into project deliverables and technical solutions. Support business development activities including proposal writing, pursuit strategy, and client presentations. What You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering 10+ years of experience in bridge and structural engineering Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado (or ability to obtain within one year) Proficiency with bridge design and analysis software such as SAP2000, Midas Civil, LARSA 4D, PG Super, LEAP Concrete, LPile, BRASS, CSiBridge, OpenRoads Designer, spColumn Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam Revu Solid knowledge of AASHTO LRFD and DOT design standards Strong communication skills and proven ability to thrive in team-oriented environments Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering Familiarity with CDOT or other public agency bridge design standards Why DEA? We offer more than a jobwe offer a platform to lead, innovate, and grow. At DEA, you'll be part of a collaborative team solving real-world infrastructure challenges and building a safer, more connected future. Competitive Salary: $135,000$195,000 The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Health Accounts: HSA and Lifestyle Spending Accounts with employer contributions Generous PTO and Holiday Pay 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Flexible 9/80 scheduleevery other Friday off! Hybrid-friendly work environment (role does not allow for 100% remote set-up) Professional development support: Training, certifications, and mentoring Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health Who We Are Our Transportation Business Unit is built around five key markets: Bridges & Structures, Roads & Highways, Transit & Rail, Smart Mobility, and Construction Engineering. At DEA, we embrace the increasing complexity of transportation and meet it with innovation, agility, and technical excellence. Join DEA and lead the design of tomorrow's transportation systems. Let's shape the futuretogether. DEA is proud to be an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation. Potential office locations include: Denver, CO.
DEA is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer and Task Leader to join our Denver team and take a hands-on leadership role in delivering some of the region's most complex and meaningful bridge projects. If you're passionate about structural engineering and motivated to lead teams that build smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation infrastructure, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. As a Sr. Bridge Engineer, you will provide technical excellence, leadership, and project management across a wide range of structural engineering effortsfrom new design and construction engineering to preservation, rehabilitation, and load rating. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate directly with clients to solve challenging infrastructure problems. What You'll Do Lead the development of bridge design deliverables, including concept reports, structure selection reports, design calculations, construction documents, cost estimates, and schedules. Manage and execute bridge planning, design, construction engineering, and rehabilitation projects. Oversee and perform structural analyses and develop or check design calculations in accordance with AASHTO LRFD and other applicable codes. Provide technical quality control, checking engineering deliverables for accuracy, code compliance, and design excellence. Deliver bridge load rating analyses, and retrofit recommendations. Mentor and guide junior engineers; foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture. Actively participate in client relations, helping translate client needs into project deliverables and technical solutions. Support business development activities including proposal writing, pursuit strategy, and client presentations. What You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering 10+ years of experience in bridge and structural engineering Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado (or ability to obtain within one year) Proficiency with bridge design and analysis software such as SAP2000, Midas Civil, LARSA 4D, PG Super, LEAP Concrete, LPile, BRASS, CSiBridge, OpenRoads Designer, spColumn Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam Revu Solid knowledge of AASHTO LRFD and DOT design standards Strong communication skills and proven ability to thrive in team-oriented environments Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering Familiarity with CDOT or other public agency bridge design standards Why DEA? We offer more than a jobwe offer a platform to lead, innovate, and grow. At DEA, you'll be part of a collaborative team solving real-world infrastructure challenges and building a safer, more connected future. Competitive Salary: $135,000$195,000 The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Health Accounts: HSA and Lifestyle Spending Accounts with employer contributions Generous PTO and Holiday Pay 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Flexible 9/80 scheduleevery other Friday off! Hybrid-friendly work environment (role does not allow for 100% remote set-up) Professional development support: Training, certifications, and mentoring Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health Who We Are Our Transportation Business Unit is built around five key markets: Bridges & Structures, Roads & Highways, Transit & Rail, Smart Mobility, and Construction Engineering. At DEA, we embrace the increasing complexity of transportation and meet it with innovation, agility, and technical excellence. Join DEA and lead the design of tomorrow's transportation systems. Let's shape the futuretogether. DEA is proud to be an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation. Potential office locations include: Denver, CO.