Bridge Project Manager

YK Solutions • Richmond, VA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Bridge Project Manager will deliver assigned bridge and structural design projects for a growing engineering office in Richmond, Virginia. The role covers project objectives across planning, scope, schedule, budget, team coordination, stakeholder communication, risk and resource management, quality assurance, and reporting. The Project Manager provides technical and structural engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary design through final design and construction, and coordinates technical resources to produce high-quality project outcomes and construction submittal documents.

The position also contributes to team leadership and staff development through performance management, goal-setting, feedback, coaching, mentorship, check-ins, and project debriefs. The successful candidate will help strengthen bridge engineering staff and support office growth. Business development and client-relations work includes supporting marketing and proposals, building client relationships, communicating project status, leading status presentations, and participating in project financial meetings.

The position is permanent and follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two remote days (Wednesday and Friday). Work is generally performed in an office environment, with occasional field work. Occasional standing and walking and lifting up to 25 pounds may be required. Compensation is $65–$90 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, and qualifications. Bonus eligibility depends on level and market alignment; a relocation signing bonus is available and is paid after 90 days of employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 10 or more years of bridge and structural design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; Virginia licensure is preferred, and another state's PE license is considered if the candidate can obtain a Virginia PE within a reasonable timeframe.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience providing structural engineering expertise throughout the bridge project lifecycle, from preliminary design through construction.
• Experience managing bridge or structural design projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and project delivery.
• Project management experience or demonstrated transition into project manager responsibilities.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering.
• Experience working with VDOT, Virginia localities, and agencies.
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods, such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and P3.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ongoing performance management, including setting goals, giving feedback, and coaching team members.
• Mentor project team members through one-on-one check-ins and project debriefs, recognizing achievements and sharing lessons learned.
• Help strengthen bridge engineering staff to support office and regional growth.
• Provide technical and structural engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary design through construction.
• Coordinate and guide technical resources to deliver high-quality projects, including construction plans and associated submittal documents.
• Develop project-specific management and quality management plans.
• Identify and manage subconsultants, and collaborate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop project scope and fees.
• Manage projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget; create and maintain project schedules.
• Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and develop extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals.
• Prepare progress reports and review invoices.
• Support marketing activities, including Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviews.
• Build client relationships to understand preferences and requirements and support quality project execution.
• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and lead project status presentations.
• Participate in office project financial status meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility based on level and market alignment.
• Relocation signing bonus available, paid after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior