About this opportunity
GAI Consultants, Inc. lists this Director of Engineering - Bridge opportunity in east canton, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Ready to leave your mark on the future of transportation in Ohio and beyond? GAI Consultants is seeking an accomplished Bridge Practice Lead to lead and expand our growing Bridge Engineering Group within our Ohio Transportation Business Unit.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
Backed by a robust and growing pipeline of projects with ODOT, OTIC, and local governments, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the region's infrastructure while leading a talented team of engineers.
As GAI continues to expand throughout Ohio and neighboring states, you'll collaborate on exciting projects across Indiana, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, helping drive innovation and growth across the region. Enjoy the flexibility of remote or hybrid work arrangements , along with a GENEROUS SIGN-ON BONUS designed to welcome top talent to our team.
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. xhqgsiq 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
Licenses & Certifications Required
Driver's License
Professional Engineer
Worksite address
east canton, OH, 44730, US
Who can apply
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