Bridge Engineer – Project Manager

Jobtailor; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Civil/Structural Project Manager to lead bridge design and transportation projects. The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing scopes, budgets, and schedules, and maintaining strong client relationships with agencies like ODOT.

The ideal candidate has a PE license in Ohio and 10+ years in bridge/structural design, with experience in pursuing client opportunities. OpenRoads and MicroStation experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, structural emphasis preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Ohio.
• 10+ years of experience in bridge/structural design, including project management on ODOT projects.
• Experience supporting pursuits, proposals, or client development.
• Experience with MicroStation and OpenBridge Modeler; OpenRoads a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Project Manager and/or Project Engineer for bridge and structural design projects of varying complexity.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery: tasks, budgets, schedules, resources, scopes, staffing plans.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate project performance.
• Participate in meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination.
• Coordinate with clients (ODOT, local agencies) and maintain relationships through clear communication.
• Support business development: proposals, scope development, client engagement.

Skills

leadership

communication

mentoring

collaboration

problem-solving

organizational skills

stakeholder coordination

accountability

relationship management

project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenBridge Modeler

OpenRoads

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Project Manager and/or Project Engineer for bridge and structural design projects of varying complexity
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including tasks, budgets, schedules, resources, and development of scopes and staffing plans to ensure successful outcomes
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accountability for overall project performance
• Participate in project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination activities
• Coordinate with clients, including ODOT, local agencies, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and maintain strong relationships through clear, consistent communication
• Support business development efforts, including proposals, scope development, client engagement, and contributions to ODOT and local agency pursuits
• Lead the planning, analysis, and design of bridge and transportation structure projects, including bridge rehabilitation, replacement, and new structure design
• Perform and/or oversee detailed structural engineering analysis and preparation of project deliverables, including plans, specifications, and technical documentation
• Ensure quality and compliance by applying QA/QC processes in alignment with AASHTO, ODOT, and applicable design standards
• Serve as a technical advisor on complex structural design issues and project strategy, providing input on technical approaches and execution while supporting high-quality delivery
• Mentor and support junior staff through technical guidance, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, while working with senior leadership and internal teams to deliver successful projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field; structural emphasis preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Ohio
• 10+ years of experience in bridge/structural design, including project management experience on ODOT transportation projects
• Experience supporting pursuits, proposals, or client development activities preferred
• Experience with MicroStation and OpenBridge Modeler preferred; experience with OpenRoads and other relevant design tools a plus
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience working with clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, and excellence

Hard Skills

• bridge design
• structural design
• project management
• structural engineering analysis
• QA/QC processes
• technical documentation
• scope development
• client engagement
• project deliverables
• multidisciplinary team coordination

Soft Skills

• leadership
• communication
• mentoring
• collaboration
• accountability
• relationship management
• problem-solving
• organizational skills
• stakeholder coordination
• commitment to quality

Certifications & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Master’s degree in civil engineering