Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

 

JMT’s growing Structures Team is seeking to add a dynamic Bridge Project Engineer to their Herndon, Virginia Office. This position will provide a variety of bridge design experiences, giving a well-rounded opportunity for professional development and growth.  U.S. Residency Required.

 

The Bridge Project Engineer will design bridge and transportation structures of varying complexity in accordance with AASHTO and VDOT Specifications. The Bridge Project Engineer will receive general supervision from the Project Manager and will assist with project management responsibilities as appropriate. Bridge design tasks and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Structural analysis and design calculations for bridges (steel plate girders, prestressed concrete beams, foundations, etc.), retaining walls, bridge repairs, and ancillary structures (traffic signals, overhead sign structures, etc.) Preparing structural plan details in accordance with VDOT and industry standards, while also considering requirements from other disciplines (survey, roadway, drainage, etc.) Preliminary design reports, which summarize and compare different structural alternatives depending on the project Quantity and cost estimate development Construction submittal reviews, including RFI’s and shop drawings. Perform site visits to ongoing construction projects when warranted Assist with project management responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work Perform routine and in-depth inspections for in-service transportation structures such as bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and ancillary structures

 

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned