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 Division and contribute to initiatives that drive the overall growth of the office. As a Structural Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to manage assigned projects, providing direct supervision, mentorship, and overall leadership.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas/Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.

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
Identifying resources needed and effectively delegating staff duties and responsibilities
Create and Execute project work plans
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 communication and identify and address team conflicts
Networking, including active participation in and leadership of professional organizations

What You Will Need

BS in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Registered Engineer in Kansas or Missouri
Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility
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