Bridge Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

• This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from smaller $5M–$10M efforts to large, complex, regionally significant projects and design-build pursuits.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lead bridge and structural projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, building strong working relationships and managing expectations
• Coordinate and guide technical resources within the project team to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Provide technical oversight and direction to bridge/structural staff; not expected to perform daily design, but must be comfortable reviewing work and making technical decisions
• Develop and manage project management plans, quality management plans, schedules, and staffing plans
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage subconsultants and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Communicate project status, updates, risks, and financial performance to internal leadership and clients
• Prepare and review progress reports, invoices, and project status presentations
• Participate in project financial reviews and office leadership meetings
• Support staff development through mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback
• Assist with business development activities including client relationship development, proposal support, and interviews
• Long-term opportunity to serve as a client champion and take on staff oversight / direct reports

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 10+ years of bridge and structural design experience
• Demonstrated project management experience or clear progression into a PM role
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills (written and verbal)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Virginia preferred; other state PE considered if able to obtain Virginia PE within a reasonable timeframe)

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with VDOT and Virginia localities/agencies
• Experience with multiple delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3)
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Prior experience working on complex or large-scale transportation infrastructure projects

Work Model

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote (remote days are Wednesday and Friday)

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with occasional field work
• Occasional site visits may involve outdoor conditions and limited lifting (up to 25 lbs)

Compensation & Relocation

• Base salary range: $140,000 – $170,000, commensurate with experience
• Bonus eligibility based on level and market alignment
• Relocation signing bonus available (paid after 90 days of employment)

Must-Have Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural focus, ABET-accredited)
• 10+ years of bridge and structural design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Virginia preferred; must be able to obtain VA PE if licensed elsewhere)
• Project management experience or demonstrated transition into PM responsibilities
• Strong client-facing communication skills