Bridge Engineer/Project Manager in Seattle
Energy Jobline ZR, Seattle, WA, United States
KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth.
Job Description
KPFF Seattle’s Civil/Structural Team is composed primarily of structural engineers who design and evaluate infrastructure that connects communities. Our work spans a wide range of bridge and heavy-civil projects, including highway and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, culverts that support fish passage, ferry terminals, piers, wharves, and structural inspections. We take pride in our collaborative approach to consulting, partnering with clients across the industry, from small local agencies, to state transportation departments, to architects and contractors. Our team contributes to projects that range from feasibility studies, to new construction, to rehabilitation, to retrofits, always with a focus on technical excellence, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
Duties and responsibilities
Perform project management tasks, such as monitoring budgets and schedules, interacting with clients, and leading junior engineers.
Lead technical and project discussions with the design team.
Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports.
Take responsibility for the quality control/assurance of project deliverables.
Perform structural design, analysis, and prepare design sketches. Instruct draftspersons on design drawings.
Perform inspection/field work.
Minimum Qualifications
BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) License
7+ years of experience
Additional Qualifications
MSCE or MSE with emphasis in Structural Engineering
Structural Engineer (SE) License
Experience in the design and construction of reinforced concrete and structural steel structures.
Proficiency with the following, or similar, software: CSI Software Suite (SAP, CSI Bridge), PG Super
Experience monitoring budgets and schedules, interacting with clients, and leading junior engineers.
Strong communicator and collaborator
Self-motivated
Eager to develop and grow as a structural engineer
Ability to work with, mentor, and lead junior engineers
Passionate about providing exceptional client services
Strong technical and organizational abilities
Physical Demands
Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
Compensation
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is
$115,000 - $200,000 annually.
Benefits
An excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions
Medical insurance
Dental insurance, with a no-premium option
Vision insurance, with a no-premium option
Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
Dependent care FSA option
Employee Assistance Program
Group life insurance
Short-term insurance
Long-term insurance
Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
Up to one-week (five business days) paid jury duty per year.
Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
Travel accident insurance
Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
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Job Description
KPFF Seattle’s Civil/Structural Team is composed primarily of structural engineers who design and evaluate infrastructure that connects communities. Our work spans a wide range of bridge and heavy-civil projects, including highway and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, culverts that support fish passage, ferry terminals, piers, wharves, and structural inspections. We take pride in our collaborative approach to consulting, partnering with clients across the industry, from small local agencies, to state transportation departments, to architects and contractors. Our team contributes to projects that range from feasibility studies, to new construction, to rehabilitation, to retrofits, always with a focus on technical excellence, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
Duties and responsibilities
Perform project management tasks, such as monitoring budgets and schedules, interacting with clients, and leading junior engineers.
Lead technical and project discussions with the design team.
Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports.
Take responsibility for the quality control/assurance of project deliverables.
Perform structural design, analysis, and prepare design sketches. Instruct draftspersons on design drawings.
Perform inspection/field work.
Minimum Qualifications
BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) License
7+ years of experience
Additional Qualifications
MSCE or MSE with emphasis in Structural Engineering
Structural Engineer (SE) License
Experience in the design and construction of reinforced concrete and structural steel structures.
Proficiency with the following, or similar, software: CSI Software Suite (SAP, CSI Bridge), PG Super
Experience monitoring budgets and schedules, interacting with clients, and leading junior engineers.
Strong communicator and collaborator
Self-motivated
Eager to develop and grow as a structural engineer
Ability to work with, mentor, and lead junior engineers
Passionate about providing exceptional client services
Strong technical and organizational abilities
Physical Demands
Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
Compensation
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is
$115,000 - $200,000 annually.
Benefits
An excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions
Medical insurance
Dental insurance, with a no-premium option
Vision insurance, with a no-premium option
Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
Dependent care FSA option
Employee Assistance Program
Group life insurance
Short-term insurance
Long-term insurance
Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
Up to one-week (five business days) paid jury duty per year.
Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
Travel accident insurance
Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
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