Colorado Bridge Discipline Leader
AI Summary
Leads and mentors a team of bridge engineers and technicians to deliver large, complex bridge and structural projects while strengthening client relationships and driving operational excellence.
About this role
The Opportunity
Colorado Bridge Discipline Leader
RS&H is seeking an Area Discipline Leader II to join our bridge/structural team in Colorado! In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding a team of bridge engineers and technicians in the successful delivery of large, complex projects while strengthening client relationships, expanding our project portfolio, and driving operational excellence. You will play a critical role in advancing business performance through effective resource management, quality delivery, operational efficiency, and profitability.
As Area Discipline Leader, you will:
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering an engaging, collaborative, and inclusive work environment
- Provide technical and strategic leadership across multiple high-profile projects that support client growth and business expansion
- Ensure project delivery meets client expectations, regulatory requirements, quality standards, schedules, and budgets
- Partner with client managers and business development teams to identify opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and drive revenue growth
- Lead the development and execution of winning strategies for key pursuits and major business opportunities
- Promote operational excellence through effective resource planning, quality management, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the discipline and market sector
What You'll Need to Be Successful
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado
- Experience working with CDOT, local cities, and counties preferred
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing teams to maximize performance and professional growth
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels
Compensation
The typical salary range for this position in Denver is $151,000 to $185,000 with compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
The Team
Join Our Team
If you're passionate about leading teams, delivering impactful projects, and helping shape the future of infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of an exceptional team at RS&H.
The Company
Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.
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