Senior Structural Bridge Project Manager

Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc.

$140K — $175K *
US-AnywhereRemote in St. Paul, MN
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Minnesota.
  • Experience managing bridge engineering projects, including budget and scope management.
  • Familiarity with state DOT requirements and bridge design standards.
  • Proven track record in proposal development and client engagement.
  • Knowledge of AASHTO codes for bridge structures and design processes.
  • Understanding of the Minnesota Department of Transportation design manuals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple bridge engineering projects across Minnesota and beyond.
  • Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and team collaboration.
  • Deliver diverse bridge designs, from simple grade separations to complex interchanges.
  • Ensure quality control of engineering deliverables from project teams.
  • Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
  • Contribute to business development through client outreach and proposal preparation.
  • Support initiatives aimed at enhancing team efficiency and quality of work.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
SEH is currenting searching for a Senior Structural Bridge Project Manager to join our talented Structural team!

This Opportunity
  • Lead bridge engineering projects that are primarily located in Minnesota, with opportunities to support projects in other states.
  • Manage a wide range of state and local bridge projects, including responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, staffing coordination, client communication, and project delivery.
  • Lead the delivery of bridge projects ranging from conventional grade separations to complex highway interchanges and river crossings.
  • Manage bridge projects involving a variety of structure types, including prestressed concrete, cast-in-place concrete, steel girder, curved steel girder, and truss bridges.
  • Provide project oversight and quality control for bridge engineering deliverables prepared by project teams.
  • Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout project development and delivery.
  • Participate in business development efforts, including client outreach, project pursuits, proposal preparation, and interview support.
  • Support structures group initiatives related to quality improvement, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.


Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in MN.
  • Demonstrated experience managing bridge engineering projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and client communication.
  • Experience delivering bridge projects for state DOTs, counties, municipalities, or other public-sector transportation clients.
  • Experience developing proposals, negotiating scope and fees, and securing bridge engineering work.
  • Familiarity with AASHTO codes and design standards for new and replacement bridge structures.
  • Familiarity with the Minnesota Department of Transportation LRFD Bridge Design Manual.


Preferred Qualifications
  • 15 or more years of Civil Engineering experience in structural bridge design or management
  • Experience with various structural design and analysis software systems (RISA, STAAD Pro, Bentley OpenRoads & OpenBridge, AASHTOWare BrR, Mathcad, Excel Spreadsheets, etc.)
  • Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site observations/visits, etc.
  • Able to walk and climb over rough construction terrain and carry up to 20 pounds


Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $140,000 and $175,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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