Structural Bridge Project Manager

Alfred Benesch & Company; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 9% retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Structural Bridge Project Manager in Overland Park, Kansas. This role involves managing bridge and transportation design projects while providing leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

The ideal candidate should have a BS in Civil Engineering and at least 7 years of bridge design experience, with a proven track record on KDOT or MoDOT projects. The position offers a hybrid work schedule allowing flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility preferred.
• Proven experience on KDOT or MoDOT bridge projects preferred.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager on bridge and transportation design projects.
• Create and execute project work plans including developing project scope, schedule and budget estimates.
• Mentor junior staff.

Skills

Bridge Design

Project Management

Client Relations

Steel/Concrete Design Software

Communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Registered Engineer in Kansas/Missouri

Tools

AASHTOWare BrR

Midas

LUSAS

LARSA

CSIBridge

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and under‑represented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself - apply for the job!

Structural Bridge Project Manager

We have a career opportunity for a Structural Project Manager with experience in the design and management of bridge and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will also have experience in bridge inspection, load ratings and asset management‑related services. This person will serve as a key leader in our Kansas/Missouri Division and contribute to initiatives that drive the overall growth of our practice. As a Structural Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to manage assigned projects, providing direct supervision, mentorship, and overall leadership.

Location

We are open to hiring candidates located anywhere within Kansas or Missouri. Our Kansas Division has six offices, including: Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; Kansas City, MO. This position allows a hybrid work schedule, with employees working from one of our office locations when feasible. For candidates not located near one of our offices, we are open to considering a fully remote work arrangement.

Key Projects Across Kansas and Missouri

• Central Avenue & I-70 Interchange – The study, evaluation, and design of a high‑value improvement at a major interstate hub in the heart of Kansas City requiring complex phasing, tailored structural design solutions, and innovative demolition and construction techniques to maintain vehicular and truck access throughout the process, minimize impacts to nearby railroad operations, and avoid adverse impacts to USACE certified levee networks.
• Central Avenue Bridge over the Kansas River – The study, evaluation, and replacement design of a 100‑year‑old river bridge that provides essential access between industrial, commercial, and residential centers in Kansas City. The new bridge will serve as a catalyst for regional economic growth, provide resiliency for mobility to greater Kansas City, and promote interstate commerce through access to I-70, I-670 and I-35.
• Independence Bridge Management Program – A multi‑year program that evaluates, prioritizes, and implements preventative care, rehabilitation, and replacement bridge actions to achieve specified network asset management goals. The program involves the design of bridge‑size culverts, as well as single and multi‑span bridges, all of which require application of proven best‑practice solutions that maximize program ROI.
• MoDOT Statewide Load Rating Program – A multi‑year program to provide load rating models for all legal bridges across the state of Missouri. The program utilizes various load rating strategies and software, ranging from AASHTOWare BrR to complex finite modeling platforms such as Midas, LUSAS, LARSA and CSIBridge.
• KCMO Structural Management Program – A multi‑year program that includes inspection and asset management tasks to support the City's overall maintenance of the bridges, ancillary structures, and facilities under its jurisdiction. The program includes the FHWA/NHI inspection of several hundred structures utilizing current SNBI criteria. Load ratings, work action prioritization, and design of emergency repairs also help maintain level of services and functionality of the City's structural infrastructure.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as project manager on bridge and transportation design projects
• Create and execute project work plans including developing project scope, schedule and budget estimates
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
• Mentor junior staff
• Contribute to Kansas Division strategic growth initiatives
• Champion relationships with key clients, including KDOT and/or MoDOT
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
• Identify resources needed and effectively delegate staff duties and responsibilities
• Serve as the primary interface between the clients and staff for a given project
• Coordinate, monitor, and review work performed by sub‑consultants
• Promote the team environment and communicate and address team conflicts
• Networking, including active participation and leadership of professional organizations

What You Will Need

• BS in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Registered Engineer in Kansas and/or Missouri
• Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility preferred
• Proven experience on KDOT or MoDOT bridge projects preferred
• Seller/Doer mentality, client interaction experience a plus
• A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Strong understanding and familiarity with steel/concrete design software
• Experience with bridge inspection, including completed NHI training a plus
• Practice good time management skills, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently within time constraints while dealing with numerous concurrent activities
• Willingness to travel to project/work sites as necessary

Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

Explore our full benefits here.

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.

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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.

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