Senior Manager, Bridge Structural Engineering and Design

At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs core values are built around safety service equity sustainability culture and accessibility and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Senior Manager of Bridge Structural Engineer and Design will report to and collaborate directly with the Deputy Chief of Capital Delivery Bridge and Structures. The Senior Bridge Structural Engineer and Design Manager should be an experienced structural/bridge engineer who is a licensed professional civil or structural engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to lead direct supervise and perform bridge/structural design activities and reviews a range of highway and railroad/transit bridge projects within Capital Programs. Additional tasks may include performing structural analysis and design load ratings design/repair plan and specification development and cost/quantity estimates. The Senior Bridge Structural Engineer and Design Manager will oversee the work of team members and have the ability to effectively communicate with and work closely with multiple departments across the MBTA including but not limited to: operations groups construction logistics contract support and capital delivery as well as with outside consultants and stakeholders.

• Responsible for the projects technical and financial directions and for ensuring external and internal customer satisfaction with project results.
• Stay current with industry standards codes and best practices related to bridge design and structural engineering.
• Collaborate with other managers within the department as well as with other Authority departments regarding all in-house design projects senior level reviews and assistance in the development of technical standards.
• Perform and lead in-house design projects as it relates to all stages of bridge and structural design.
• Deliver comprehensive bridge designs (plans sketches and specifications)and technical reports.
• Apply engineering principles including the ability to identify structural and hazardous issues and provide recommendations.
• Perform design calculations estimates specifications and bid documents for various bridge and culvert rehabilitation/replacement projects.
• Prepare bridge load rating calculations and reports using various analysis software.
• Perform quality control and/or quality assurance on bridge inspection and rating reports.
• Manage and coordinate project tasks or activities with MBTA departments and outside agencies andthird parties affected by the inspection/engineering activities as required.
• Resolve any conflicts that may occur throughout the life of the inspection/engineering activities.

• Proactively identifying and resolving potential field issues.
• Secure commitments from MBTA Operating Departments concerning the availability of their resources.
• Organize and prioritize workload be proactive in identifying inspection/engineering activities needs/requirements.
• Work independently and address complex tasks in a time-sensitive environment.
• Follow up on actions required for task and project completion while seeking guidance as necessary.
• Indirectly oversee and supervise support personnel.
• Respond to each inquiry whether from a customer vendor or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authoritys Customer Service quality standard.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to inspection/engineering activities and/or attend off-site meetings.
• Available to work all shifts and locations as assigned or directed.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

• Will indirectly oversee support personnel (Inspection/Engineering Team Members) including Assistant Project Managers Project Coordinators Resident Engineers Construction Inspectors and other administrative personnel as assigned.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in civil or structural engineering discipline or directly related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in bridge and structural engineering including bridge inspection.
• Two (2) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Civil or Structural) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and analysis of steel timber reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete bridge structures.
• Knowledge of temporary works shoring design and construction support.
• Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards bridge safety practices and project delivery principles.
• Strong analytical organizational project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication interpersonal customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and standard engineering databases/applications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead supervise and collaborate effectively with a diverse workforce and external stakeholders.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to respond to operational or emergency situations on a 24-hour 7-day basis as required.

• A masters degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience managing bridge or structural engineering projects within the public sector transportation or transit industry.
• Qualified NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader with completion of applicable FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training (NHI 130055 or 130056) and additional FHWA/NHI certifications in movable bridges tunnels ancillary structures or nonredundant steel tension members.
• Experience leading bridge inspection programs and managing inspection rating rehabilitation or on-call repair contracts for highway commuter rail transit tunnel or pedestrian structures.
• Experience with movable bridge design inspection or construction.
• Knowledge of FTA FRA FHWA MassDOT and MBTA regulations governing project delivery bridge inspection environmental compliance permitting and safety.
• Knowledge of AASHTO AREMA and MBTA engineering design and inspection standards.
• Experience with bridge rating bridge management and asset management software (e.g. AASHTOWare Bridge Rating MassDOT 4D Pontis BRR Trapeze E-Builder or comparable systems).
• Knowledge of bridge structural behavior deterioration mechanisms maintenance repair rehabilitation and asset management principles.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health certification.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding working in their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
2. Application Completion: It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
3. Application Deadlines:Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
5. Work Eligibility:All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
6. Interviews:Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions:Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. On-call or 24/7 Positions:Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
9. Essential / Emergency Staff:During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
10. ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or .
11. Diversity Equity and Inclusion:The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.