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Bridge Project Manager

Engineering • Fulltime

Location: United States — Virginia, Herndon (VA)

Salary: $131,000 to $180,000

Experience / Skills:
10+ years of experience, Skills: Bridge Project Manager, Bridge and Structural Design, Licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia, Structural engineering, Bridge design, Bridge engineering, Transportation structures, Project management, Quality management plans, Construction plans, Project scheduling, Budget management, Scope management, Risk management, Resource management, Quality assurance, Stakeholder communication, Team leadership, Staff development, Performance management, Coaching, Mentoring, Subconsultant management, Proposal developmentSMA,


Job Description

Important Note:

  • This is a full-time opportunity with one of our confidential clients. The client name will be shared during the initial screening call with us/recruiter (after your profile is reviewed).
  • In this posting, “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to the hiring client."Candidate" refer to you
  • We work directly with the hiring recruiter/manager, ensuring your profile reaches the right decision-makers — not just the general TA queue.


 

Experience level: Mid-senior

Experience required: 10 Years

Education level: Bachelor’s degree

Job function: Engineering

Industry: Civil Engineering

Total position: 1

Relocation assistance: Limited assistance

Visa sponsorship eligibility: No



Work Model:

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


Position Summary:

  • Our Herndon, VA Office is growing and seeks a motivated individual who desires increasing responsibilities across a variety of bridge and transportation structure projects at the local, state, and federal level, with a focus on growing our Northern Virginia and DC presence.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned bridge and structural design projects including planning, scope, schedule and budget, team coordination, stakeholder communication, risk management, resource management, quality assurance, and reporting.
  • In addition, this individual will help lead and grow the bridge engineering staff in the Herndon office and across the broader Northern Virginia and DC region.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Team Leadership and Staff Development:Provide leadership and ongoing performance management, including setting goals, offering feedback, and coaching to support team growth, with the potential for direct reports
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to the project team through one-on-one check-in meetings and various project debriefs to recognize achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned
  • Help strengthen bridge engineering staff to support continued growth of the Herndon office and the Northern Virginia / DC region.
  • Project Management:Provide technical and structural engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary through final design and construction
  • Coordinate and guide all technical resources within the project team to ensure delivery of a high-quality outcome, including development of construction plans and associated submittal documents
  • Develop project specific plans, including project management plans and quality management plans
  • Identify and manage subconsultants
  • Collaborate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop a risk-averse project scope and fee
  • Manage project(s) in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
  • Create and maintain project schedules
  • Monitor and execute project progress, including identifying and mitigating risks, developing extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
  • Prepare progress reports and review invoices
  • Business Development and Client Relations:Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process, including SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviews
  • Build relationships with client(s) to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project
  • Communicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and lead project status presentations
  • Participate in office’s project financial status meetings
  • Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities:Perform other related duties as assigned


Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
  • 10+ years of bridge and structural design experience
  • PE License - Professional Engineer (PE) license (Virginia preferred; other state PE considered if able to obtain Virginia PE within a reasonable timeframe)
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Strong Presentation Skills


Preferred Experience:

  • Master’s degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering
  • Experience working with VDOT, and Virginia localities and agencies
  • Experience with multiple project delivery methods (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3)
  • Experience managing multidiscipline project teams


Working Conditions:

  • Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
  • Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.


Compensation & Relocation:

  • Compensation: $65–$90/hour. Final pay is based on experience, education, certifications, and qualifications.
  • Bonus: Bonus eligibility based on level and market alignment
  • Relocation: Relocation signing bonus available (paid after 90 days of employment)


Must-Have Requirements:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (Virginia preferred; must be able to obtain VA PE if licensed elsewhere)
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 10+ years of bridge and structural design experience.
  • Experience providing structural engineering expertise through the bridge project lifecycle from preliminary design through construction.
  • Experience managing bridge/structural design projects including scope, schedule, budget, and project delivery.
  • Project management experience or demonstrated transition into PM responsibilities
  • Strong client-facing communication skills

MUST HAVE:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (Virginia preferred; must be able to obtain VA PE if licensed elsewhere)
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 10+ years of bridge and structural design experience.
  • Experience providing structural engineering expertise through the bridge project lifecycle from preliminary design through construction.
  • Experience managing bridge/structural design projects including scope, schedule, budget, and project delivery.
  • Project management experience or demonstrated transition into PM responsibilities
  • Strong client-facing communication skills

NICE TO HAVE:

  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering.
  • Experience working with VDOT and Virginia localities/agencies.
  • Experience with multiple project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3).
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Compensation: $65–$90/hour. Final pay is based on experience, education, certifications, and qualifications.


Screening Questions: (You must answer this along with the professional summary of the application):

1.) Is the candidate currently licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE)? If yes, in which state(s) are they licensed? If they are not currently licensed in Virginia, are they eligible and able to obtain Virginia PE licensure? Please provide details, including the expected timeline if known.

2.) Does the candidate hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program?

3.) Please elaborate on the candidate's experience managing bridge and structural design projects, including responsibility for project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery from preliminary design through construction.

4.) Please elaborate on the candidate's experience performing bridge and structural engineering design and working with transportation structure projects. Please also describe any experience working with VDOT, Virginia local agencies, or alternative project delivery methods such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, or P3.

5.) Please provide the link to candidate's LinkedIn profile.

6.) What is the candidate's desired total compensation? (Please specify base salary vs. commission/bonus expectation).

7.) Please provide the candidate's full residential address, including city, state, and ZIP code.

8.) Is the candidate legally authorized to work in the US for any employer?

9.) Will the candidate now or in the future require immigration sponsorship for work authorization (for example, H-1B status)?

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