Bridge Design Project Manager

Job Title: Bridge Design Project Manager Job Description
We are seeking a Bridge Design Project Manager with a robust background in structural and civil engineering. This role involves leading bridge and culvert design projects, ensuring compliance with MDOT or MDOT Local Agency procedures. Projects typically include rehabilitation or replacement of bridges and culverts over waterways or roadways, and occasionally involve pedestrian bridges or specialty structures. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, providing mentorship to team members, coordinating with client representatives, and facilitating meetings. The manager will ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget.
Responsibilities

• Manage a team of structural engineers and technicians.
• Oversee project development and scheduling.
• Perform condition assessments to determine scope and estimated costs.
• Design and develop contract documents, including plans, technical specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Mentor team members and guide them through the design process.
• Generate and manage detailed markups with CAD Technicians to finalize drawings.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and utility companies.
• Seal and sign project documents.
• Review and approve construction documents such as shop drawings, RFIs, and Change Orders.
• Interface with clients during and after projects to ensure satisfaction and secure future work.
• Assist in developing proposals and budgets.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Bridge Design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency in CAD and structural analysis software.
• Familiarity with MDOT design manuals, specifications, and procedures.
• Experience in analysis, inspection, scoping, and contract document delivery.
• Strong design technique skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Load Rating and Capacity analysis.
• Skills in Civil 3D, ORD, Risa 3D, LEAP bridge.
• Knowledge of Sewer/Water/Storm Computational Methods.
• Trenchless Design expertise.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and/or Civil 3D.
• Project Management experience.

Work Environment
The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with some flexibility. After an initial training period of 30-90 days, one day of remote work per week is offered. The team is collaborative and family-oriented, offering a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401k with employer-matched contributions, life insurance, disability income, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. The company values work-life balance and offers generous PTO from day one. The work environment is innovative, challenging, and filled with forward-thinking team members.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $145000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Bloomfield Hills,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.
About Actalent


Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.


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