Bridge Project Manager
$120,000 - $155,000
Permanent
New York Metro, New York
Healthcare
Transport
STAAD
We're partnering with a well-established multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm looking to add an experienced Bridge Project Manager to its growing Bridge Department in Wall, NJ.
This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys leading transportation infrastructure projects from concept through construction while managing multidisciplinary teams and developing long-term client relationships. You'll work on a diverse portfolio of bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects throughout New Jersey while helping mentor the next generation of engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage bridge rehabilitation and bridge replacement projects from planning and preliminary engineering through final design and construction support.
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams including bridge, roadway, traffic, geotechnical, hydraulic, and environmental engineers.
- Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and ensuring successful project delivery.
- Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), technical reports, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate structural engineering efforts while supporting or delegating detailed bridge design as appropriate.
- Ensure designs comply with AASHTO, NJDOT, and other applicable agency standards.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and quality control throughout project delivery.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers and design staff.
- Support business development activities including proposals, presentations, and client meetings.
- Perform site visits, bridge inspections, and structural assessments when required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural or Transportation preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required (New Jersey PE preferred).
- 8+ years of experience delivering bridge and transportation infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of bridge rehabilitation and replacement design.
- Experience working with NJDOT and AASHTO design standards.
- Proficiency with bridge analysis/design software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or similar.
- Proven project management experience including budgets, schedules, and client management.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Experience preparing proposals and supporting business development is preferred.
Why Apply?
- Lead high-profile transportation and bridge infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey.
- Manage projects from concept through construction.
- Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and grow into senior leadership.
- Strong pipeline of public infrastructure work.
- Flexible summer work schedules.
- Excellent professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Roth 401(k)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Training & Career Development
- Generous PTO
- Transit & Parking Benefits
- Corporate Events & Community Outreach Opportunities
If you're an experienced Bridge Project Manager looking to take ownership of challenging transportation projects while working for a firm that values technical excellence, collaboration, and career growth, we'd love to speak with you.