Bridge Project Lead: Design, Delivery & Client Leadership

Metro Associates; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Associates seeks a Transportation Bridge Project Manager to lead bridge design, coordination with DOTs, and project delivery from concept through construction support. You’ll manage scope, budgets, and staffing while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality outcomes.

The role requires 7+ years in bridge design engineering and proven client relationship skills, with a PE or ability to obtain one. Strong MS Office, MicroStation,_STAAD proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering required, Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of bridge transportation projects.
• Lead project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful and timely delivery.
• Lead design strategy in collaboration with teams and clients to ensure alignment and seamless delivery.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, permitting requirements, and quality standards.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders
• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships to support successful project outcomes and repeat business.
• Oversee project billing, client updates, QA/QC of deliverables, and project closeout.
• Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimates for new and existing clients.
• Mentor and support the development of junior staff.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

Client relationships

Regulatory compliance

Mentorship

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. preferred

PE license preferred

Tools

MS Office

MicroStation

STAAD

Bridge design software

Job description

Metro Associates seeks a Transportation Bridge Project Manager to lead bridge design, coordination with DOTs, and project delivery from concept through construction support. You’ll manage scope, budgets, and staffing while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality outcomes.

The role requires 7+ years in bridge design engineering and proven client relationship skills, with a PE or ability to obtain one. Strong MS Office, MicroStation,_STAAD proficiency is preferred.