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# Bridge Engineer / Project Manager at Lochmueller Group

- **Company:** Lochmueller Group
- **Location:** Ohio
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-06-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/lochgroup/5ff80eb5-dd76-4368-b43e-b457354d694e

## Job description

Lochmueller Group is growing in Ohio and we are looking for an experienced Bridge Engineer / Project Manager to join us. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving company with a people-centric and values-driven culture. This position offers the chance to have a real impact and meaningfully contribute to project pursuits, project management, and project delivery for transportation structures projects. Columbus is a desirable location for this role; however, we are very open to considering qualified candidates located elsewhere in Ohio. Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart: CARDIA:Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service. Be Part of What’s Next in Ohio: This is an exciting time to join Lochmueller in Ohio. Our team is growing, our presence is expanding, and we are focused on delivering for our clients while building a culture grounded in our CARDIA values. Here, you will have the opportunity to lead, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on project pursuits, project delivery, and client relationships in Ohio. As a 100% employee-owned company, your work helps shape our future and the future of the communities we serve. If you are motivated by the chance to be part of a team that is building something meaningful, while helping guide projects, support clients, and influence our continued growth in Ohio, we would like to talk with you.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

Project Management & Delivery

- Serve as a Project Manager and/or Project Engineer for bridge and structural design projects of varying complexity, including local agency and ODOT work, with an emphasis on pursuing and delivering ODOT projects
- Manage all aspects of project delivery, including tasks, budgets, schedules, resources, and development of scopes and staffing plans to ensure successful outcomes
- Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accountability for overall project performance
- Participate in project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination activities

Client Coordination & Business Development

- Coordinate with clients, including ODOT, local agencies, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and maintain strong relationships through clear, consistent communication
- Support business development efforts, including proposals, scope development, client engagement, and contributions to ODOT and local agency pursuits
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utilities, and stakeholders to support project delivery and ensure compliance

Technical Design, Execution, & Quality

- Lead the planning, analysis, and design of bridge and transportation structure projects, including bridge rehabilitation, replacement, and new structure design
- Perform and/or oversee detailed structural engineering analysis and preparation of project deliverables, including plans, specifications, and technical documentation
- Ensure quality and compliance by applying QA/QC processes in alignment with AASHTO, ODOT, and applicable design standards

Technical Expertise & Support

- Serve as a technical advisor on complex structural design issues and project strategy, providing input on technical approaches and execution while supporting high-quality delivery
- Mentor and support junior staff through technical guidance, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, while working with senior leadership and internal teams to deliver successful projects

Qualifications for this role include:

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field; structural emphasis preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in Ohio
- 10+ years of experience in bridge/structural design, including project management experience on ODOT transportation projects
- Experience supporting pursuits, proposals, or client development activities preferred
- Experience with MicroStation and OpenBridge Modeler preferred; experience with OpenRoads and other relevant design tools a plus
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive projects to successful completion
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience working with clients and stakeholders
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, and excellence

What we offer:

- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Basic Life Insurance w/ option for additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Work/Life Balance: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Parental Leave, Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Opportunities)
- Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, Student Loan Repayment Benefit, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Competitive Compensation Package
- Professional Benefits: Professional Membership Dues, Career & Educational Development

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.

## About Lochmueller Group

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: An employee-owned, full-service civil engineering and environmental consulting firm serving public and private clients across the Midwest and Texas.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan – ESOP since 2019)
- **Headquarters**: Evansville, Indiana, United States
- **Founded**: 1980
- **Founders**: Not publicly named

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Civil Engineering, Surveying, Planning, Environmental Services
- **Target Customers**: Government agencies (state DOTs, municipalities), private developers, and infrastructure clients (B2G/B2B)
- **Mission/Purpose**: To improve the quality of life for communities and clients through thoughtful, actionable planning and design, while maintaining a people-first culture grounded in the CARDIA values (Creativity, Accountability, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Achievement).

## Products & Services
- **Roadway & Highway Engineering**: Design of neighborhood streets to new interstates in urban and rural settings.
- **Bridge Design & Inspection**: Vertical structures, historic bridges, overpasses, interchanges, and railroad bridges.
- **Traffic Engineering & Planning**: Multi-modal planning, feasibility studies, traffic signals, ITS design, travel demand modeling.
- **Water Resources**: Drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater engineering.
- **Environmental Services**: NEPA studies, ecological restoration, cultural resources, endangered species monitoring, permitting.
- **Surveying & Geotechnical**: Topographic, wetland mitigation, GPS control, construction layout surveys.
- **Right-of-Way & Land Acquisition**: Abstracts, appraisals, negotiations, and compliance.
- **Construction Inspection & Oversight**: On-site quality assurance for infrastructure projects.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (employee-owned, no external valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Employee count of ~322 (as of 2026, +3.1% YoY) | Annual revenue not publicly available (LinkedIn estimate of $3.9M appears unreliable given headcount)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors; 100% ESOP. Recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as one of the Top 500 Design Firms.
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded to ten offices across seven states (Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, etc.); growing presence in Texas; consistent headcount growth; certified as a Great Place to Work®.

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)**: Every eligible employee shares in company growth and retirement wealth, fostering long-term commitment and alignment.
- **Full-Service Integration**: From early planning and environmental work through design, right-of-way, and construction oversight – reduces handoffs and improves project outcomes.
- **Strong Culture & Values**: CARDIA framework (Creativity, Accountability, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Achievement) drives decision-making and client relationships.
- **Midwest/Texas Footprint**: Deep local knowledge and relationships across multiple states, with a reputation for quality and reliability.

## Strategic Focus
- **Growth in Texas**: Actively expanding operations and hiring in Texas (e.g., Edwardsville, IL office also serves Texas projects).
- **Talent Development**: Investing in internships, mentorship programs, and professional development to build the next generation of industry professionals.
- **Client Relationships**: Emphasizing personalized, long-term partnerships over transactional project work.
- **ESOP Maturation**: Continuing to strengthen the employee-ownership model as a retention and performance tool.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee Ownership**: ESOP provides a direct stake in company success; vesting schedule rewards tenure (100% vested at year six).
- **Work-Life Balance**: Flexible schedules, telecommuting, Personal Time Off, sick days, vacation purchase program, maternity/paternity leave.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Medical/dental/vision, free telehealth, gym credits, Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance.
- **Wealth Building**: 401(k) with employer match, ESOP, student loan repayment assistance, annual performance bonus.
- **Professional Growth**: On-site training, mentorship, education reimbursement, professional membership fees, off-site networking.
- **Culture**: Collaborative, respectful, and innovative environment; certified Great Place to Work®; focus on employee well-being.
- **Office Locations**: Ten offices across the Midwest and Texas – most roles offer hybrid or remote flexibility depending on position.

## Sources
1. [Lochmueller Group About Page](https://www.lochgroup.com/about)
2. [Lochmueller Group Careers Page](https://www.lochgroup.com/careers)
3. [Lochmueller Group Job Listings (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/lochgroup)
4. [Lochmueller Group LinkedIn Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/lochmueller-group)
5. [Great Place to Work Certification](https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7023081)

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