Structural Bridge Project Manager

Benesch; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Retirement contributions (up to 9%)

Flexible schedules

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Structural Bridge Project Manager for their growing team in Colorado. This role involves managing various transportation projects while ensuring quality control and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be experienced in bridge design, possess strong communication skills, and have a proven track record of client relations.

Benefits include paid overtime, retirement contributions, and flexible schedules. Salary range for this position is between $125,000—$180,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant bridge design experience, ideally with CDOT projects.
• Colorado PE or SE License required or ability to obtain.
• Proven experience working directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Manage project teams, accountable for scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Communication skills

Business development

Project management

Leadership skills

Education

BS in Civil and/or Structural Engineering

MS in Structural Engineering

Job description

Structural Bridge Project Manager

We are looking to hire a Structural Bridge Project Manager to join our Structural Group within our Denver office. This position offers rewarding opportunities to work on a variety of transportation projects with state and local agencies, and an opportunity to become part of a well‑established and growing team. The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to interface significantly with clients.

Location

This position offers flexibility within the Front Range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

Key Projects

• I-25 Exit 11: Interchange improvements in Trinidad, Colorado, modernized the junction with twin roundabouts, a new bridge, and enhanced access to Fishers Peak and Trinidad Lake State Parks. Replaced the older “confusing” bridge, widened ramps, and installed dual roundabouts to improve capacity and reduce safety risks.
• 8th Street Corridor: Project in Colorado Springs widening the bridge over Fountain Creek. Key improvements include adding a new northbound lane, a dedicated right‑turn lane, and a multi‑use path to improve traffic capacity and pedestrian connectivity near US Highway 24.
• Peoria Over Sand Creek: Benesch is providing comprehensive design services for the City of Aurora’s Peoria Street bridge replacement over Sand Creek. The project widens Peoria Street to six lanes and replaces a flood‑prone, 60‑year‑old bridge. Benesch’s work includes structural and hydraulic design, ADA‑compliant multimodal facilities, drainage, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental documentation, and public outreach to improve safety, mobility, and community access.

The Impact You Will Have

• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers
• Serve as Engineer‑of‑Record for structural elements of projects
• Perform quality control checks on plans, calculations, reports, and other deliverables
• Understand the overall project requirements and facilitate coordination with clients and between disciplines.
• Manage project teams, accountable for scope, schedule, and budget
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits

What You Will Need

• BS in Civil and/or Structural Engineering required; MS in Structural Engineering a plus
• Colorado PE or SE License required or ability to obtainMinimum 8 years of relevant bridge design experience; experience with CDOT projects and standards a plus
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proven experience working with the CDOT, and/or Colorado local agencies a plus
• Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility or conceptual phase
• Excellent business development, project management, and/or client relation skills
• Experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with ability to win work
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements.

Benefits

• Paid overtime, exceptional retirement fund contributions (up to 9% retirement contribution), 401(k) with profit‑sharing contributions
• Flexible schedules, wellness incentives, generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees
• Medical, dental, vision benefits, company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability plans
• Opportunity to work with a supportive, inclusive culture and career development opportunities

Colorado Pay Range

$125,000—$180,000 USD

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch’s Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.