Bridge Project Manager

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Fishers (IN)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. seeks an experienced Bridge Project Manager to serve the Indiana Transportation Team from Fishers. You will manage client communications, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams on INDOT, local and county projects across Indiana, with collaboration across several states.

The role requires strong leadership, teaching, and growth mindset within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings a PE in Indiana, 8+ years of experience in bridge engineering, proficiency with

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; MS in Structures preferred.
Indiana PE license is required.
Experience with INDOT standards and Federally funded projects.
8+ years engineering experience with 2+ years as PM/lead.

Responsibilities

Lead project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and profitability.
Prepare plans, calculations, and specs per AASHTO and INDOT.
Direct client communications and manage sub-consultants.
Mentor team and ensure quality control and deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client communication

Problem solving

Public agency engagement

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Structures (preferred)

Tools

LEAP MDX Midas AASHTOWare

CAD MicroStation

INDOT standards knowledge

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an experienced Bridge Project Manager to work within our Indiana Transportation Team. The successful candidate will be a hard-working individual that enjoys a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. The candidate will use their related experience to jump right into a variety of projects for INDOT, local municipalities and county clients across the state of Indiana. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to collaborate with other bridge design experts throughout several states including Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia. Our Bridge Team is looking for a candidate that is willing to share their expertise through teaching others but is also eager to learn new skills and grow professionally in today's global environment. This position is based out of the Fishers, Indiana office.

Job Duties

Responsible for all aspects of a project including managing the internal team, and sub-consultants, leading client communication, and monitoring project financials.
Design, prepare and review plans, calculations, and specifications for transportation structures in accordance with AASHTO and INDOT standards.
Collaborate with other professionals from various departments and disciplines in order to discuss project challenges and engineering solutions needed to help our clients deliver their programs.
Perform work as part of a team or as a task/project manager, in accordance with the project budget and schedule limitations under moderate supervision.
Prepare scope and fee proposals, Letter-of-Interest proposals, and/or assist other Project Managers with similar duties.
Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to ensure quality technical services.
Monitor and enforce compliance with quality control standards and client requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact with our clients on specific projects; delivering with effective organization, communication, project tracking, financial management, and team management.
Utilize existing skills and relationships to help grow our team in new markets.
Participate in occasional site visits in construction sites and remote outdoor work environments.
Occasional travel to client meetings and site visits.

Project Management Responsibilities

Delivers scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and profitability of all projects managed.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. A Master of Science in Structures is preferred.
Registered PE in Indiana.
Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills are required.
Experience with INDOT standards, specifications, design manuals, and deliverables for Federally Funded Projects.
Experience with delivering projects for Local Public Agencies.
Experience managing projects or tasks within a project.
Experience with structural analysis and design programs for bridge design (Ex: LEAP Concrete, MDX, Midas, AASHTOWare, and/or other comparable software)
Proficiency in CAD, Microstation preferred.
Experience in bridge inspection or desire to participate in bridge inspection services preferred
Minimum of 8 years of total engineering or technical experience, with at least 2 of those years serving as a Task or Project Manager leading and directing projects or tasks, preferably with an engineering consulting organization or similar professional services firm.
Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition