Project Manager - Structures / Bridges

Benesch•Cincinnati, OH

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. The firm prides itself on being responsive to client needs while offering exceptional bench strength. Benesch is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages candidates with varied backgrounds to apply. This specific role is for an experienced Project Manager to join the Structural-Bridge group, contributing to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the Railroad Division through supervision, mentorship, and leadership. The ideal candidate will be a seller/doer managing phase 1 and phase 2 design projects, resource planning, business development, client engagement, and proposal preparation. Experience in the local office market is desired to bolster a national practice of talented rail professionals. Benesch's Railroad Division comprises highly skilled rail professionals, many with prior experience at operating railroads, bringing firsthand knowledge to develop innovative rail project solutions.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering is required
PE License required
Minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience
Project Management experience required
Working knowledge of AREMA Manual, Microstation, RISA 3D, or similar programs.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with internal staff, clients, contractors, agencies, and the public
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

Nice To Haves

Client interaction experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Developing project scope, schedule, and budget estimates
Identifying resources needed and effectively delegating staff duties and responsibilities
Demonstrating the ability to utilize accounting and scheduling software for project management
Creating and executing project work plans
Analyzing accounting reports and project schedules for variances
Monitoring work for adherence to the project scope and identifying out-of-scope actions
Preparing and submitting project reports to your assigned Group and/or Division Manager
Participate in contract negotiations
Establish client contact and maintain positive relationships
Serve as the primary interface between railroad 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