Senior Level Bridge Engineer Jobs
Senior level bridge engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of structural design decisions, project outcomes, and the junior staff who carry the work forward. Most openings are 41% on-site, hybrid, or remote across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Michael Baker International, HDR, and AECOM hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our growing Bridges & Structure’s team in Buffalo, NY!
Our bridge experts partner with our clients to understand project objectives, while formulating solutions that result in successful outcomes that are safe, efficient, economical and sensitive to the environment. This highly skilled team of professionals offers a full range of bridge services from scoping, planning and preliminary engineering through final design, for small to large scale bridges.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the technical design and assigned staff on bridge projects.
- Develop work plans for bridge designs while coordinating with other disciplines.
- Perform cost estimating, develop specifications/construction documents, and lead construction phase support tasks.
- Assist in the mentoring and development of design staff.
- Participate in the development and updates of internal standards of practices.
- Perform quality control and assurance checks on design computations, computer modeling, CAD drawings, reports, estimates and specifications.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients, other design professionals, and contractors.
- Act as quality coordinator for discipline led projects.
- Assist in the development of technical narratives, scope and fee for project pursuits.
- May serve on professional association committees.
- May stamp/sign drawings or reports and/or serve as Engineer of Record for the project.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required; masters degree is a plus.
- 10+ years of professional design engineering work related to bridges or structures is required.
- PE license is required in New York State (or through reciprocity).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation is a plus.
- Strong work ethic and willingness for continued learning.
- Knowledge of NYSDOT, AASHTO and AREMA design codes a plus.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $91,105 to $124,400 per year (depending on qualifications)
INTRODUCTION
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our growing Bridges & Structure’s team in Buffalo, NY!
Our bridge experts partner with our clients to understand project objectives, while formulating solutions that result in successful outcomes that are safe, efficient, economical and sensitive to the environment. This highly skilled team of professionals offers a full range of bridge services from scoping, planning and preliminary engineering through final design, for small to large scale bridges.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the technical design and assigned staff on bridge projects.
- Develop work plans for bridge designs while coordinating with other disciplines.
- Perform cost estimating, develop specifications/construction documents, and lead construction phase support tasks.
- Assist in the mentoring and development of design staff.
- Participate in the development and updates of internal standards of practices.
- Perform quality control and assurance checks on design computations, computer modeling, CAD drawings, reports, estimates and specifications.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients, other design professionals, and contractors.
- Act as quality coordinator for discipline led projects.
- Assist in the development of technical narratives, scope and fee for project pursuits.
- May serve on professional association committees.
- May stamp/sign drawings or reports and/or serve as Engineer of Record for the project.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required; masters degree is a plus.
- 10+ years of professional design engineering work related to bridges or structures is required.
- PE license is required in New York State (or through reciprocity).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation is a plus.
- Strong work ethic and willingness for continued learning.
- Knowledge of NYSDOT, AASHTO and AREMA design codes a plus.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $91,105 to $124,400 per year (depending on qualifications)
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- HDR8
- AECOM6
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- Modjeski and Masters6
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- Consulting & Professional Services79
- Construction & Real Estate20
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Government & Public Sector2
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Senior Level Bridge Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level bridge engineer job?
Employers at this level look for engineers who can own a project from preliminary design through construction support without close supervision. A strong portfolio of complex bridge projects, familiarity with AASHTO standards and state DOT submittal requirements, and experience leading design teams or reviewing junior engineers' work are the clearest differentiators. Professional Engineer licensure is typically expected and often required.
Which companies hire senior level bridge engineers?
Companies hiring senior level bridge engineers right now include Michael Baker International, HDR, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large civil and structural engineering consultancies, state and federal transportation agencies, and infrastructure contractors managing major capital programs.
Are there remote senior level bridge engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles involve some site or client presence. About 41% of senior level bridge engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with fully remote positions most common in design-heavy roles at larger consultancies where project coordination happens through shared platforms and scheduled site visits rather than a fixed office.
What makes a bridge engineer role senior level?
Senior level bridge engineer roles involve owning the technical direction of a project rather than executing tasks assigned by others. That means making load analysis and material decisions, signing and sealing drawings as a licensed engineer, coordinating across disciplines, and mentoring or reviewing the work of mid-level and junior staff. The scope is broader and the accountability is direct.
Which industries hire the most senior level bridge engineers?
Senior Level bridge engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they manage the largest infrastructure programs, from highway interchanges and rail crossings to utility and transit corridors, where experienced structural judgment is essential at every phase.