Structural Project Manager

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We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

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

Location

This position allows a hybrid work schedule, with employees working out of one of our Nebraska office locations – Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, or Grand Island.

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 Nebraska Division strategic growth initiatives

• Champion relationships with key clients, including NDOT

• 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 Nebraska

• Minimum of 7+ years of bridge design experience including project management responsibility preferred

• Proven experience on NDOT 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

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Why Benesch?

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.

• A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.

• Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.

• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.

• Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.

• Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.

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At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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