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Structural Bridge Project Engineer
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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Structural Project Engineer
Our Kansas division is looking to hire a Structural Project Engineer. The ideal candidate will be a licensed PE in Kansas and/or Missouri and will work within a team of professionals designing, load rating and inspecting bridge structures preferably with MoDOT and KDOT. We are looking for someone who is highly and internally motivated, wants to work on complex and engaging projects, and desires increasing levels of responsibility. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, a team player and looking to advance their career.
Location
This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas/Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.
The Impact You Will Have
- Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
- Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with DOT standards
- Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Plan and perform bridge and tunnel inspections to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Prepare and review bridge and tunnel inspection reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
- Lead structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating and inspection projects
- Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
What You Will Need
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
- PE License in Missouri and/or Kansas or ability to obtain
- Minimum of 4 years of bridge design, load rating and/or inspection experience
- Successful completion of one or more of the following FHWA-NHI courses preferred but not required:
- Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
- Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges
- Bridge Inspection Refresher Training
- Experience working with MoDOT, KDOT and/or municipalities
- Strong communication and client relation skills
- Progressive experience with developing design drawings and utilizing MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
- Ability to perform complex analysis and design
- Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
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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.
Explore our full benefits here: Click here
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.
All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com
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Structural Bridge Project Manager
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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Structural Bridge Project Manager
We have a career opportunity for a Structural Project Manager with experience in the design and management of bridge and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will also have experience in bridge inspection, load ratings and asset management-related services. This person will serve as a key leader in our Kansas/Missouri Division and contribute to initiatives that drive the overall growth of our practice. As a Structural Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to manage assigned projects, providing direct supervision, mentorship, and overall leadership.
Location
We are open to hiring candidates located anywhere within Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division has six offices, including: Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; Kansas City, MO.
This position allows a hybrid work schedule, with employees working from one of our office locations when feasible. For candidates not located near one of our offices, we are open to considering a fully remote work arrangement.
Key Projects Across Kansas and Missouri
Our Kansas Division is driving high-impact projects that highlight the strength and range of our capabilities.
- Central Avenue & I-70 Interchange – The study, evaluation, and design of a high-value improvements at a major interstate hub in the heart of Kansas City requiring complex phasing, tailored structural design solutions, and innovative demolition and construction techniques to maintain vehicular and truck access throughout the process, minimize impacts to nearby railroad operations, and avoid adverse impacts to USACE certified levee networks.
- Central Avenue Bridge over the Kansas River – The study, evaluation, and replacement design of a 100-year-old river bridge that provides essential access between industrial, commercial, and residential centers in Kansas City. The new bridge will serve as a catalyst for regional economic growth, provides resiliency for mobility to greater Kansas City, and promotes interstate commerce through access to I-70, I-670 and I-35.
- Independence Bridge Management Program – A multi-year program that evaluates, prioritizes, and implements preventative care, rehabilitation, and replacement bridge actions to achieve specified network asset management goals. The program involves the design of bridge size culverts, as well as single and multi-span bridges, all of which require application of proven best practice solutions that maximize program ROI.
- MoDOT Statewide Load Rating Program – A multi-year program to provide load rating models for all legal bridges across the state of Missouri. The program utilizes various load rating strategies and software, ranging for AASHTOWare BrR to complex finite modeling platforms such as Midas, LUSAS, LARSA and CSIBridge.
- KCMO Structural Management Program – A multi-year program that includes inspection and asset management tasks to support the City’s overall maintenance of the bridges, ancillary structures, and facilities under its jurisdiction. The program includes the FHWA/NHI inspection of several hundred structures utilizing current SNBI criteria. Load ratings, work action prioritization, and design of emergency repairs also help maintain level of services and functionality of the City’s structural infrastructure.
The Impact You Will Have
- Serve as project manager on bridge and transportation design projects
- Create and execute project work plans including developing project scope, schedule and budget estimates
- Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
- Mentor junior staff
- Contribute to Kansas Division strategic growth initiatives
- Champion relationships with key clients, including KDOT and/or MoDOT
- Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
- Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
- Identifying resources needed and effectively delegating staff duties and responsibilities
- Create and Execute project work plans
- Serve as the primary interface between the clients and staff for a given project
- Coordinate, monitor, and review work performed by sub‐consultants
- Promote the team environment and communication and identify and address team conflicts
- Networking, including active participation in and leadership of professional organizations
What You Will Need
- BS in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Registered Engineer in Kansas and/or Missouri
- Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility preferred
- Proven experience on KDOT or MoDOT bridge projects preferred
- Seller/Doer mentality, client interaction experience a plus
- A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules
- Excellent communication and client relation skills
- Strong understanding and familiarity with steel/concrete design software
- Experience with bridge inspection, including completed NHI training a plus
- Practice good time management skills, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently within time constraints while dealing with numerous concurrent activities
- Willingness to travel to project/work sites as necessary
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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.
Explore our full benefits here: Click here
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.
All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com
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Structural Bridge Technical Manager
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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Structural Bridge Technical Manager
We are seeking a Structural Bridge Technical Manager with deep expertise in structural engineering and bridge design. This role focuses on technical leadership and delivery of high-quality structural design projects, serving as a subject matter expert for our bridge team. You will be instrumental in guiding design methods, setting technical standards, and ensuring projects are executed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and client requirements. While this position includes supporting non-technical aspects of project delivery, the primary emphasis is on structural design excellence, technical guidance, and engineering problem-solving.
Location
We are open to candidates located in Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division includes offices in Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; and Kansas City, MO. This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in-office collaboration when feasible. Candidates located outside the region may be considered for a fully remote arrangement.
Impact You Will Have
As a Structural Bridge Technical Manager, your core responsibilities will include:
Technical Design Leadership & Delivery
- Lead and perform structural design and analysis for bridge and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.
- Develop and review technical work products including calculations, design documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Coordinate structural design elements with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
- Establish and promote engineering best practices, innovative solutions, and quality control procedures across projects.
Technical Guidance & Mentorship
- Serve as a subject matter expert on bridge design methodologies, analysis approaches, and technical decision-making.
- Mentor and provide technical coaching to engineering staff to elevate design competency and professional growth.
- Review and advise on technical progress and challenges, ensuring clarity and technical rigor in deliverables.
Project Support & Coordination
- Collaborate with Project Managers to define technical scope, design assumptions, and resources needed for successful project execution.
- Support internal quality assurance processes and participate in design reviews.
- Provide technical input during client meetings, design reviews, and project development discussions.
- Contribute to the successful production and delivery of structural plans and specifications.
What We Are Looking For
- B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering (M.S. preferred).
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Kansas and/or Missouri (or ability to obtain reciprocity).
- 8+ years of bridge structural engineering experience, with emphasis on design, analysis, and technical delivery (experience on KDOT or MoDOT projects preferred).
- Strong proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., AASHTO LRFD tools, modeling platforms, drafting environments).
- Experience with bridge inspection and load rating is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain technical quality within project schedules and budgets.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as necessary.
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.
Explore our full benefits here: Click here
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.
All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com
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Structural Group Manager
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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Structural Group Manager
We have a career opportunity to hire an experienced Structures Group Manager in our Kansas/Missouri Division. This position offers opportunities to work with local agencies and DOTs on a variety of complex structures projects involving structural replacement design, bridge inspection, and associated rehabilitation and repairs. In addition to horizontal structural design, the position provides opportunity to work on vertical design projects as well with public and private clients.
The most successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer and have significant experience in client development and pursuing, managing, designing, and providing structural engineering services for public agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities. As a Group Manager, team building, and management are also essential requirements. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and motivated to begin assuming staff management, client management and client development responsibilities.
Location
This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas/Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.
The Impact You Will Have
- Manage and grow the Kansas/Missouri Division Structural Engineering Group, including the design, inspection, and rehabilitation service lines
- Manage project teams, accountable for staffing, budget, and schedule across multiple offices
- Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives including the expansion of bridge and structural design services within Kansas, Missouri, and our West region
- Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
- Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
- Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
- Collaborate on regional growth strategy
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers
What You Will Need
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related discipline
- Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and/or Missouri
- Proven experience working with the KDOT/MoDOT (Staff Bridge), various KDOT/MoDOT Divisions, and/or local agencies
- Experience, desired but not required, in alternative delivery of projects including design-build, CMGC, and other delivery methods
- Experience, desired but not required, with providing bridge inspection services
- Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility, conceptual or discovery phase
- Experience developing scope of service documents and accompanying man hour budgets
- Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with proven ability to win work
- Excellent communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements
- Ability to lead, manage, mentor, and grow a dynamic team
- Strong understanding of project financials and reporting; maintaining compliance with Division and Project financial objectives including Chargeability, Profit, Overhead
- Participate in local civic and professional organizations such as the chamber of commerce, ACEC, ASCE, NSPE to promote the Company
- Experience with asset management principles and structural applications for private and public clientele
- Ability to write and prepare effective and efficient project proposals and non-technical documents
- Experience with value engineering principles and applications as it pertains to structural design
- Experience with Deltek Software/Suite and ability to run reports for management responsibilities
- Review and assess professional services contracts and other project-related documentation to identify and minimize company risk or liability
- Ability to identify contract issues or key points to ensure compliance with company policy, laws, and regulations
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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.
Explore our full benefits here: Click here
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.
All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com
Ready to apply?
Apply to Benesch