Engineering Director / Bridge Practice Lead

Location

Ohio (Remote or Hybrid)

Compensation

$180,000 - $210,000+ Base Salary
Sign-On Bonus Available

Overview

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking an Engineering Director / Bridge Practice Lead to lead and grow its Bridge Engineering practice throughout Ohio. This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an experienced bridge professional to oversee project delivery, drive business development efforts, mentor technical staff, and help shape the future of a growing transportation structures group.

The successful candidate will serve as both a technical authority and practice leader, guiding bridge design, structural analysis, load ratings, and transportation infrastructure projects while developing key client relationships and expanding the firm's presence across the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a growing bridge engineering practice.
• Provide technical oversight for bridge, retaining wall, culvert, and transportation structure projects.
• Direct bridge design, analysis, rehabilitation, and load rating efforts in accordance with applicable transportation standards.
• Serve as project manager and technical lead on complex transportation infrastructure projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with transportation agencies, municipalities, and other public-sector clients.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Prepare and review scopes of work, fee estimates, proposals, and contracts.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure project delivery meets quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff while fostering professional development and team growth.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and industry engagement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 20+ years of bridge and transportation structures experience.
• Extensive knowledge of bridge design, structural analysis, load rating, and rehabilitation.
• Proven experience leading transportation infrastructure projects and technical teams.
• Strong understanding of transportation design standards and bridge engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated success in project management, staff leadership, and client relationship development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel periodically for client meetings and project needs.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with state DOTs, transportation improvement programs, and local government agencies.
• Established relationships within the Ohio transportation market.
• Business development and practice-building experience.
• Regional project experience across the Midwest.
• Experience growing engineering teams and developing future leaders.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead and shape a growing bridge engineering practice.
• Significant influence over technical direction and business strategy.
• Strong transportation project backlog and long-term stability.
• Opportunity to build and mentor a high-performing bridge engineering team.
• Exposure to complex bridge and transportation structure projects across multiple states.
• Direct interaction with executive leadership and decision-makers.
• Flexible remote and hybrid work options.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays and floating holiday
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional licensing and certification support
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior bridge engineering leader seeking greater influence, practice leadership responsibilities, and the chance to help drive the growth of a transportation structures group while remaining actively involved in technical project delivery.