About the job
Join Our Team as a Structural Bridge Technical Manager
At Benesch, we are a dynamic and innovative multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm dedicated to enhancing infrastructure and communities nationwide. Our mission is to create impactful spaces and foster connections that truly make a difference.
We pride ourselves on our agility to respond to client needs while maintaining the depth of resources that only a larger firm can offer. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to leverage these resources and share your expertise, contributing to our collective success.
We value diversity in our team and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet every qualification, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Structural Bridge Engineer to step into the role of Technical Manager. In this position, you will lead and execute the planning and design of transportation structure projects, while also providing mentorship and technical guidance to our project teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to establish yourself as a subject matter expert and drive the growth of our Structural group in Illinois.
The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of managing structural bridge projects and will be adept at producing high-quality engineering documents. Experience in mentoring and developing technical skills within a team is highly advantageous.
Location
This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with the option to work from either our Chicago, IL or Naperville, IL office.
Our Illinois Division's structural team is proud to spearhead high-impact projects that showcase our technical expertise, such as:
- IDOT – I-39 Reconstruction Project – Designing multiple new bridge structures along the reconstructed I-39 corridor, including the intricate Ramp BD over US 20 bridge – a three-span continuous steel curved plate girder structure with steel straddle bent piers.
- CDOT – 100th Street Bascule Bridge Rehabilitation Project – Developing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for this historic structure, ensuring its preservation and continued function.

