Assistant Engineering Director- Bridge Practice Lead

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an experienced Bridge Practice Lead to lead our growing Bridge Engineering Group within our Ohio Transportation Business Unit. GAI has a growing contract backlog with ODOT, OTIC, and local governments and is expanding our Ohio presence. In addition to providing management and technical leadership to our Ohio bridge projects, this position requires client interaction and business development strategy for specific project opportunities. The successful candidate should also anticipate interaction and involvement with other regional projects in Indiana, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Remote and/or hybrid work (home or office) schedules are viable options, and the successful candidate will be eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Job Duties:

• Design and prepare plans, calculations, and specifications for transportation structures, including highway bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, and other miscellaneous structures per AASHTO and ODOT requirements.
• Provide analysis and load rating for existing structures and recommend improvement and strengthening strategies through knowledge and application of appropriate specifications, standards, and design criteria,
• Collaborate with other professionals from various departments and disciplines and discuss requirements with clients to execute projects.
• Perform work as part of a team or as a task/project manager, in accordance with the project budget and schedule limitations under moderate supervision.
• Prepare engineering cost estimates, the scope of work documents, and proposals and assist other Project/Task Managers with similar duties.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to ensure quality technical services.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with quality control standards and client requirements.
• Participate in occasional site visits in construction sites and remote outdoor work environments.
• Occasional travel to client meetings and site visits with possible overnight stays.

General Characteristics 

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
• Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.

Experience Required  

• 20+ years

Education 

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure 

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.

Technical Responsibilities 

• Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff. Predominantly plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility 

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
• Mentor direct reports and other engineers.
• Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability.

Communication Skills 

• Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language.
• Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders.
• Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
• Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership.

Why GAI?     

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.     

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:     

Competitive Pay & Recognition   

• Market based, competitive compensation  
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses  

Comprehensive Health & Wellness   

• Medical, dental, and vision plans  
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability  
• Company paid life insurance  
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources  

Meaningful Work–Life Balance   

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays   
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you  
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave  

Growth, Learning & Financial Security   

• 401(k) with company match   
• Tuition reimbursement   
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications  

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