Structural Bridge Team Lead

Benesch

$90K — $120K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Experience in bridge and structural design for transportation projects
  • Proven track record of leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary efforts
  • Strong knowledge of structural analysis, design standards, and industry regulations
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills
  • Passion for community impact and quality work

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical delivery of bridge and structural design projects
  • Manage project teams, schedules, budgets, and resources
  • Mentor engineers and designers to foster professional growth
  • Support team development and strategic initiatives with the Group Manager
  • Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams for engineering solutions
  • Ensure quality, safety, and technical excellence in project deliverables
  • Contribute to proposal development and client relationship building

Benefits

  • Career growth with leadership development and training
  • Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
  • Flexible schedules to support work-life balance
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Mentorship and hands-on experience from day one
Full Job Description
Structures Team Lead - Georgia Division

At Benesch, we're not just designing structures - we're shaping communities. As our Structures Team Lead, you'll play a vital role in delivering impactful bridge and structural projects that strengthen transportation networks, improve safety, and connect communities across Georgia. Working alongside the Structural Engineering Group Manager, you'll lead project delivery efforts, mentor engineers, and help advance technical excellence throughout our growing team.

This hybrid position offers flexibility to balance in-office collaboration at our Atlanta office with remote work.
Key Projects Shaping Communities Across Georgia

Our Georgia Division is delivering impactful infrastructure and community development projects that showcase the breadth of our expertise and commitment to improving the places where people live, work, and connect:
  • West Broad Roundabout - Design of a complex five-legged, multi-lane roundabout on a state route, with construction scheduled to begin this year
  • North Oconee River Greenway (Athens, GA) - Successful delivery of two greenway improvement projects that enhance connectivity and recreational opportunities within the community
  • Firefly Trail (Athens, GA) - Ongoing multi-phase trail development, with one phase completed and another currently under construction
  • Langley Park & North Augusta Amphitheater - Completed park and amphitheater projects that have created vibrant public spaces for recreation, events, and community engagement

This work reflects our team's ability to deliver transportation, trail, park, and public space projects that make a lasting impact throughout Georgia.
The Impact You'll Make

In this leadership role, you'll help drive the successful delivery of bridge and structural projects while supporting the continued growth and development of our Georgia team:
  • Lead the technical delivery of bridge and structural design projects from planning through final design and construction support
  • Manage project teams, schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure high-quality project outcomes
  • Serve as a technical mentor to engineers and designers, fostering professional growth and a culture of collaboration
  • Partner with the Structural Engineering Group Manager to support team development, workload management, and strategic initiatives
  • Collaborate with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and practical engineering solutions
  • Maintain a strong commitment to quality, safety, and technical excellence across all project deliverables
  • Contribute to proposal development, project pursuits, and client relationship-building efforts
  • Help advance structural engineering practice through innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Experience in bridge and structural design for transportation infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrated success leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary efforts
  • Strong knowledge of structural analysis, design standards, and applicable industry regulations
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills
  • A passion for developing people, delivering quality work, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve

Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
  • Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
  • Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
  • Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
  • Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
  • Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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