Associate Vice President – Bridge Structural Lead

Overview

We have an immediate need for an Associate Vice President – Bridge Structural Lead to join our growing team in Edison, NJ.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset—our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc., has brought together a highly experienced team across the Northeast, creating a larger, more efficient, and collaborative organization. LiRo-Hill is a 1,100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston, and Edison, NJ.

This role represents a unique opportunity to lead and grow LiRo-Hill’s bridge and transportation structural practice in New Jersey, while collaborating closely with our established teams across NYC, Long Island, and the broader Northeast.

We are seeking a highly motivated, relationship-driven structural engineer with deep experience in bridge and transportation infrastructure to serve as a key leader within our New Jersey operations.

This is a seller-doer leadership role focused on:

• Expanding LiRo-Hill’s presence with New Jersey agency clients such as NJDOT, NJTA, PANYNJ, NJTransit
• Supporting growth of County, and Municipal client relationships
• Leading bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection projects
• Serving as a client-facing leader and technical authority in the region
• Building and mentoring a high-performing local bridge/structures team

The ideal candidate brings strong regional relationships, technical credibility, and the ability to drive both project execution and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, and regional agencies
• Lead and support business development efforts, including proposals, teaming strategies, and industry engagement
• Serve as project manager and technical lead for bridge and transportation structural projects
• Oversee new bridge design, load ratings, rehabilitation, and inspection assignments
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for structural deliverables
• Manage projects including scope, schedule, budget, and client coordination
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary and multi-office teams across civil, structural, architecture, and MEP
• Mentor and grow staff within the Edison office and broader NJ team
• Support and strengthen LiRo-Hill’s on-call contracts and agency relationships
• Represent the firm at industry events and professional organizations

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on bridge/transportation infrastructure
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey required (NY or additional licensure a plus)
• Strong experience with NJDOT standards (NYSDOT, other agency experience a plus)
• Demonstrated success in client development and business growth
• Experience in bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection
• Proven ability to manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of structural systems for bridges and infrastructure
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

We are committed to your success, and we invest in your growth and development to unlock your full potential.

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Our Culture:

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Compensation: Minimum: $190,000/yr.; Maximum: $220,000/yr. The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position.  Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidate’s qualifications and location.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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