Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Bridge & Structural Construction

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Location: DMV

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Overview

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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

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

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