Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Bridge & Structural Construction

Location: DMV

Overview

We are working with a leading specialist bridge and infrastructure contractor that is looking to hire an experienced Senior Project Manager to help lead a growing portfolio of complex projects.

The business is involved in bridge construction, structural repair and strengthening, post-tensioning, infrastructure rehabilitation, and other specialist structural work .

We’re looking for someone who has been around complex construction projects and knows how to take ownership — from putting the project plan together and managing the team, through to controlling costs, dealing with clients, and getting the job successfully over the finish line.

This role would suit a Senior PM who enjoys having a say in how projects are delivered , likes working closely with the field, and is comfortable managing both the commercial and operational side of a project.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of large and complex bridge and infrastructure projects
• Lead projects from preconstruction through completion
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasting, schedule, and profitability
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, Project Engineers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Manage client relationships and act as a key point of contact throughout the project
• Handle change orders, RFIs, submittals, contracts, claims, and other commercial matters
• Review project plans and specifications and work with the team to find practical construction solutions
• Identify potential project risks early and work with the team to address them
• Keep projects on track from a cost, schedule, safety, and quality perspective
• Lead preconstruction efforts including planning, estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews
• Support procurement and subcontractor negotiations
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project staff
• Work with senior leadership on project strategy, client relationships, and business development
• Get involved in proposals, estimates, and new project pursuits where appropriate
• Help improve project delivery processes and share lessons learned across the business

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of construction experience , preferably in bridge, structural, heavy civil, or transportation construction
• Proven experience managing large or technically complex projects
• Strong background in bridge construction, structural rehabilitation, repair, or strengthening
• Experience with post-tensioning, concrete repair, structural strengthening, bridge rehabilitation, cable systems, bearings, expansion joints, or similar specialist work is highly desirable
• Experience working on DOT, public works, transportation, or major infrastructure projects
• Strong commercial understanding, including budgets, forecasting, change orders, contracts, and project risk
• Experience leading and mentoring Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management , or related field preferred
• Strong communication and client-management skills
• Comfortable dealing with issues directly and making decisions in a fast-moving construction environment
• Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar software
• Willingness to travel depending on project requirements

Why This Opportunity

• Opportunity to take a senior leadership role on highly technical bridge and infrastructure projects
• Work for a specialist contractor where engineering and construction expertise are genuinely valued
• Get involved in projects covering bridge repair, strengthening, post-tensioning, rehabilitation, and new construction
• Significant ownership over project delivery and commercial performance
• Opportunity to mentor a strong project team and help develop the next generation of PMs
• Work alongside experienced engineers and construction professionals
• Strong long-term opportunity within a growing specialist infrastructure business
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package