Bridge Load Rating Program Manager - Structural Engineer

State of Montana
Helena, MT
Category Engineering
Job Description
Role Overview

This position is an experienced and licensed professional structural engineer responsible for administering all aspects of the Bridge Load Rating and Overweight Vehicle Permitting programs for over 5000 bridges and other transportation structures in-service statewide.

What You Will Do

The position works in seamless cooperation with the Bridge Inspection Program Manager as a co-program manager responsible for ensuring program compliance with FHWA’s Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI), maintaining structure inventory records, and submitting SNBI bridge data to FHWA annually.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires an advanced level of professional engineering experience and judgement to meet program requirements, and the ability to work in a team environment with the Bridge Inspection Program Manager.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited Engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana.
  • At least 8 years bridge related load rating, or bridge load rating program management experience.
  • At least 1 year of team lead or management experience.
  • Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader, or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire.

Benefits

  • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
  • Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
  • State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
  • Overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
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