Bridge Design Project Manager

Benesch Alfred & Co; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bridge Design Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Boston. This role offers the chance to work on exciting infrastructure projects while leading a team and managing complex assignments. With a focus on professional growth, the ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in structural engineering and project management. The company values diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where all employees can thrive. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the field of civil engineering and contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedules

Generous Paid Time Benefits

Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering and project management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost control, and quality assurance.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and conduct technical analysis.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Client Relations

Technical Analysis

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

PE License in MA

Job description

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. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and 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 MassDOT, MBTA, local municipalities and private clients. You will regularly interact and coordinate designs efforts with the multiple projects and disciplines.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from our Boston office 2-3 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 MA required.
• Experience with MassDOT and/or MBTA preferred, but not required.
• 10+ years of experience relating to structural engineering.
• 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.

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch!

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions.
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager.
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications.
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement.
• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge.
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%).

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role).
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career.
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events.
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.

Employee Engagement

• At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives.

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Benesch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation or belief, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.