Bridge Design Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Bridge Design Project Manager

Our growing team is hiring a Bridge Design Project Manager. This is an experienced position involving exciting, challenging, and complex assignments with opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and will have 10+ years of experience in design of structural projects. On our team, you will have the opportunity to work on various infrastructure projects for NCDOT, local municipalities and private clients. You will regularly interact and coordinate designs efforts with multiple projects and disciplines.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from our Cary office a minimum of 3 times a week.

The Impact You Will Have

• Assist in the preparation of SOQs, proposals, and contracts
• Research local/state regulations as they pertain to projects
• Making presentations before elected officials and advisory boards, attending conferences, and participating in interviews
• Prepare technical analysis within a variety of specialist areas such as load ratings, bridge design, and finite element analysis
• Responsible for project management, including cost control, project budget control, and quality assurance/quality control
• Direct and manage the budgeting and execution of projects including the supervision of assigned staff and subcontractors

What We Are Looking For

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
• PE License in NC required
• Experience with NCDOT preferred, but not required
• 10+ years of experience relating to structural engineering and/or project management
• Excellent communication, strong written, oral, and client relation skills, experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders
• Strong organization and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner

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Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

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