Project Manager - Bridge - Civil Engineering Firm

Iron Sky Recruiting; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Project Manager to lead projects in Worcester, MA or Portland, Oregon. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and 6+ years of experience in transportation-related structures. Responsibilities include managing a team, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring project delivery. With competitive compensation based on experience, this role offers significant opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with transportation-related structures.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Strong technical expertise in bridge design and calculations.
• Strong technical expertise in bridge design and calculations.
• Familiarity with AASHTO and MassDOT design manuals, standards, and procedures.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a structural engineering team.
• Lead technical work across multiple offices within Massachusetts.
• Contribute to client meetings and public presentations.
• Contribute to client meetings and public presentations
• Support project delivery and ensure technical quality

Skills

Team management

Bridge design expertise

Mentorship skills

Communication skills

Client meetings

Structural engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Bridge Project Manager Location: Worcester, MA or Portland, Oregon Salary: Competitive compensation, based on experience

Overview

A respected civil engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Project Manager to join its team in Worcester or Portland Oregon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced structural engineer ready to take the next step into project management or expand their current leadership responsibilities. The role offers ownership of projects from start to finish, opportunities for mentorship, and direct involvement with clients — all within a supportive and growth-focused environment.

The Role

The Bridge Project Manager will lead technical bridge and structural assignments while supporting the firm’s continued growth across Massachusetts. The role includes managing a team, mentoring junior staff, contributing to regional project work, and participating in client and public meetings. The position is ideal for someone looking to deepen their project ownership and grow into broader management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a structural engineering team
• Lead technical work across multiple offices within Massachusetts
• Mentor junior engineering staff through all phases of bridge and structural design
• Contribute to client meetings and public presentations
• Support project delivery and ensure technical quality

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 6+ years of experience with transportation-related structures
• Strong technical expertise in bridge design and calculations
• Familiarity with AASHTO and MassDOT design manuals, standards, and procedures
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks independently and drive results

Location

Worcester, MA or Portland Oregon

Salary

Competitive compensation, based on experience