Bridge and Structures Project Manager

Apex Companies, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

Life & disability insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking an experienced Bridge and Structures Project Manager to join our growing structural engineering team. You will plan work, lead teams, and deliver creative, practical designs for bridges and transportation structures that support communities nationwide.

This role emphasizes initiative, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with limited direction while mentoring engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• 8+ years of structural design experience.
• PNW bridge/ transportation projects preferred.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as CSiBridge, LPILE, SAP2000, RISA-3D, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, manage, and perform bridge and structural engineering for transportation, industrial, and public works projects.
• Lead project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and client coordination.
• Prepare and oversee structural calculations, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Provide technical leadership for new bridge design, rehabilitation and retrofit, culvert replacements, retaining walls, landslide mitigation, and condition assessment and repair.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and permitting requirements, including AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, WSDOT Bridge Design Manual, and OregonBridge Design Manual.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, efficient services that meet client needs.
• Lead or support field investigations, structural condition assessments, and construction-phase services.
• Mentor and direct junior engineers, designers, and technical staff; review work and support professional development.
• Support client management, proposal preparation, interviews, and pursuit of new work; contribute to business development and market growth.

Skills

Project management

Bridge design

Leadership

Communication

AASHTO LRFD knowledge

PE knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE)

Washington State SE license (preferred)

Tools

CSiBridge

LPILE

SAP2000

RISA-3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.
Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

Apex is seeking an experienced Bridge and Structures Project Manager to join our growing structural engineering department. This is an opportunity to plan work, lead teams, and deliver creative, practical designs for bridges and other transportation structures that are the backbone of our communities. Apex provides planning, engineering, and construction management services for transportation, industrial, and environmental projects throughout the United States, with a strong emphasis on Pacific Northwest projects that make a difference where we work and live.

The successful candidate will lead bridge and transportation structures projects, contribute to multidisciplinary teams, and build trusted relationships with clients, agencies, contractors, and owners. The role requires initiative, sound technical judgment, strong communication, and the ability to manage projects and structural tasks with limited direction while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

This is primarily a bridge and transportation structures position, with opportunities to support other structure types. Apex offers a collaborative environment, support for professional growth, and varied project opportunities for an enthusiastic, curious, and motivated leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, manage, and perform bridge and structural engineering for transportation, industrial, and public works projects.
• Lead project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and client coordination.
• Prepare and oversee structural calculations, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Provide technical leadership for new bridge design, rehabilitation and retrofit, culvert replacements, retaining walls, landslide mitigation, and condition assessment and repair.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and permitting requirements, including the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, WSDOT Bridge
• Design Manual, Oregon Bridge Design Manual, and similar agency criteria.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, efficient services that meet client needs.
• Lead or support field investigations, structural condition assessments, and construction-phase services.
• Mentor and direct junior engineers, designers, and technical staff; review work and support professional development.
• Support client management, proposal preparation, interviews, and pursuit of new work; contribute to business development and market growth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 8 or more years of progressively responsible structural design experience, including concrete, steel, and timber structures.
• Pacific Northwest experience delivering state and local agency bridge or transportation design projects.
• Demonstrated task and project management experience; bridge project management experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software. Experience with programs such as CSiBridge, LPILE, SAP2000, RISA-3D, or similar tools is desirable.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD and applicable state bridge design manuals, codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• Ability to prepare and review calculations, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, agencies, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to lead staff, manage competing priorities, solve problems independently, and deliver quality work with limited direction.
• Basic AutoCAD knowledge and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE).
• Structural Engineer (SE) license, particularly a Washington State SE license.
• Prior consulting experience.
• Experience leading complex concrete and steel bridge design, rehabilitation, or retrofit projects.
• Experience contributing to or leading business development efforts, including client development, proposals, and interviews.
• Experience with marine structures, industrial structures, retaining walls, large culverts, or landslide mitigation.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Annual Expected Pay Range: $145,000 — $200,000 USD

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