General Manager - Bridge Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a General Manager for a top Pavement and Bridge Engineering client.

This executive leadership role requires full accountability for leading and growing the client's US operations, driving both commercial success and technical excellence within the specialized pavement and bridge engineering sector. The Manager develops and executes comprehensive business strategies, manages overall P&L, and serves as the senior representative for the company with clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all US operations with full 24-hour accountability for performance, profitability, strategic growth, and resource allocation.
• Develop and execute comprehensive business strategy, including driving expansion into new services and market segments.
• Drive commercial success through proactive business development, strategic client engagement, and robust revenue generation initiatives.
• Supervise senior engineering staff to ensure the highest level of technical excellence and successful, compliant project delivery.
• Represent the company at senior levels with public authorities, private sector clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage departmental budgets, financial reporting, and compliance with all strategic and professional licensing requirements.
• Lead complex project oversight and maintain continuous liaison with international headquarters regarding strategy, financials, and reporting.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and innovation, ensuring adaptability and resilience under pressure to achieve successful outcomes.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Pavement Engineering is required.
• Advanced technical degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Civil, Structural, or related engineering discipline is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in civil, structural, or pavement engineering is required.
• Proven leadership experience in business or operations management roles is required.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, delivering complex projects, and driving business growth is required.
• Experience in strategy development and implementation is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois is a mandatory requirement.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status (Green Card) is required (Sponsorship will not be provided).
• Certification in pavement testing/design, bridge inspection/design, or asset management systems is preferred.

Skills

• Strong commercial acumen with P&L (Profit and Loss) management experience is required.
• Excellent communication and executive leadership skills with the ability to represent the company at senior levels.
• Solutions-focused mindset with resilience and a strong work ethic in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in US engineering markets is preferred.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources