Structural Bridge Project Manager

Overview

Manage bridge and transportation design projects, lead teams, and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• project planning
• project management
• sub‑consultant mgmt
• budget oversight
• resource allocation
• client liaison

Tasks

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

Requirements

• bs civil
• registered engineer
• bridge inspection
• 7+ years
• steel design
• kdot

What You Bring

-BS in Civil Engineering or related discipline -Registered Engineer in Kansas and/or Missouri -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 -Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility preferred -Willingness to travel to project/work sites as necessary -Excellent communication and client relation skills -Proven experience on KDOT or MoDOT bridge projects preferred -Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits -Strong understanding and familiarity with steel/concrete design software -Seller/Doer mentality, client interaction experience a plus -A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules

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Benefits

-Personalized training and career development plans with your manager -Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement -At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace. -Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%) -Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions -Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications -Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events -Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders -Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role) -Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge -Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career -Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses

About Benesch

-The firm specializes in delivering high-quality solutions across diverse sectors, from industrial to government. -With decades of experience, Benesch has managed landmark projects in infrastructure, transportation, and commercial development. -Known for its strong expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, Benesch excels in projects that require intricate legal and technical knowledge. -The company's multidisciplinary approach enables it to serve as both an advisor and a contractor, handling everything from design to execution. -Benesch has built a solid reputation in the energy and utilities sectors, with a track record of supporting large-scale, sustainable projects. -The firm’s work spans critical areas such as transportation, water resources, and environmental infrastructure, ensuring long-term community benefits. -Unique for its ability to blend engineering and legal expertise, Benesch takes on projects that demand both technical precision and legal strategy. -Benesch’s growth and success reflect its commitment to offering diverse, high-impact solutions across sectors worldwide.

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