Bridge Department Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Bridge Department Manager with NJDOT/NJTA project design and management experience to join our team in New Jersey. The opportunity exists to join an exciting transportation group and contribute to the growth of our bridge team.

Join our Bridges & Structures team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. As a leader in keeping our nation's bridges safe and functional, our bridge engineers leverage years of design experience across a broad range of bridge types and sizes. From inspection and load rating of existing structures to the design of new complex structures, Colliers Engineering & Design is improving bridges while reducing the long-term cost of maintaining these critical assets. Our professionals also understand that bridge solutions need to meet cost and schedule requirements.

• Leverage experience, leadership and relationships to assist the group grow in NJDOT/NJTA and other agency work.
• Bridge Team Leader for DOT and Agency type work.
• Project and industry forecasting.
• Networking and representing the company at industry and professional business development, conference and presentation opportunities.
• Preparation and management of proposals for DOT and Agency type clients.
• Ability and relationships to develop a network of subconsultants and teaming agreements.
• Manage bridge and infrastructure multi-discipline projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues in other offices and in other disciplines to establish a cohesive team to deliver a quality project on time and under budget.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to staff and colleagues.
• Provide leadership and guidance for the region to achieve established goals.
• Monitor project costs to ensure that project is delivered within budget, fulfills customer expectations for schedule and quality, and/or aligns with the company strategic objectives.
• Billings and collections.
• Work with the geographic discipline leaders on resource sharing and staffing needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 12+ years of progressive leadership and managerial experience in the industry with 8 or more years of Bridge Engineering experience.
• Proven Experience and in-depth knowledge of:
  Business development skills
  Preparing winning proposals
  Design, management and delivery of bridge and infrastructure projects for DOT and Agency clients, especially in NJ
• Meet the qualifications of NJDOT 'Team Leader' including experience with AASHTO/NJDOT Design Manuals, LFRD for Bridge Design, Seismic Analysis and NJDOT Capital Project Delivery Process.
• Ability to be a team member and collaborate with the transportation group for strategy, forecasting, teamwork and being a key contributor to the vision of the group.
• Professional licensure in the State of NJ.
• Prior NJDOT/NJTA experience required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!