Bridge Project Manager

Garver Engineering; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering is seeking a Bridge Project Manager in Franklin, Tennessee. You will lead the design of bridge projects for state and local DOTs, coordinate multi-disciplinary design efforts, and manage client communications and project documentation.

The role emphasizes mentoring, QA/QC oversight, and involvement from bid through construction, including RFI responses and plan revisions. Join a growing transportation team focused on quality and client service.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• PE licensure or eligibility to obtain license via reciprocity.
• 10–15 years of transportation design experience with knowledge of AASHTO LRFD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering design of bridge projects for state and local DOTs.
• Lead bridge-focused projects or act as bridge lead on transportation projects.
• Coordinate design with other disciplines and subconsultants.
• Communicate with the client on deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, reports and calculations for deliverables.
• Interact with clients, including preparing communications and documentation.
• Mentor and train younger engineers on bridge and structural design.
• Serve as QA/QC SME for reviewing deliverables.
• Support the client during bid phase and construction, including RFIs and addenda.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Bridge design knowledge

AASHTO LRFD knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bridge Project Manager

Franklin, Tennessee

Garver's Transportation team, an integrated team with proficiency and focus in delivering bridge and structural projects, is seeking aBridge Project Managerto join our growing Transportation Team to continue the tradition of providing quality service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Leading the engineering design of bridge projects for state and local DOTs
• Leading Bridge focused projects or acting as bridge lead on transportation projects.
• Coordinating design with other disciplines and subconsultants.
• Communicating with the client on deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, reports, and calculations necessary for a complete deliverable package to the client.
• Interacting with the client including preparing communications and other documentation.
• Mentoring and training younger engineers on bridge and other structural design.
• Serving as a Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Subject Matter Expert (SME) for reviewing deliverables.
• Supporting the Client during Bid Phase and Construction including answering Requests for Information (RFI), preparing addenda and plan revisions.
• Leading marketing efforts including, proposal writing, client interaction, and public engagements.
• Leading contracting and fee negotiations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain license through reciprocity.
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of relevant transportation design project delivery experience that includes technical knowledge of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Ability to lead a design team to meet a deliverable schedule within a defined budget.
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) proficiency.

Preferred Skills

• 5 - 10 years of previous experience as a consultant working with DOT's or county/municipal clients on transportation projects.

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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