Sr. Bridge Project Manager

Posting Location: Lisle, IL

About the role

In this role, you will lead and manage structural bridge and transportation projects from initial planning through completion, overseeing project budgets, schedules, quality control, and technical execution. You will provide leadership and mentorship to developing engineers while serving as a technical reviewer and advisor on bridge inspection, rehabilitation, and design projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Project Management, including cost control, project budget control, and quality assurance & quality control.
• Direct and manage the budgeting and execution of projects including the supervision of assigned staff and subcontractors.
• Mentor and direct the advancement of technical and non-technical skills of developing structural engineers.
• Contribute to structural design work as a technical reviewer or advisor for Inspection program, Phase I and Phase II work.
• Adhere to and ensure the team adheres to internal procedures for quality control, documentation and project tracking.
• Field investigations, inspections, and repair recommendations.
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits.
• Type studies, structural designs, quantity calculation and construction cost estimating, load rating, etc.
• Participate in Business Development and Marketing, including networking, preparation of SOQ's, proposals, and contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or equivalent; a Masters in structural engineering preferred.
• At least 12+ years of professional experience in bridge design or structural design in transportation or highways projects.
• PE license is required for IL. SE license is preferred for IL.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience working on structural bridge design and inspection projects in Illinois.
• Proven experience working with the IDOT and ISTHA. Experience working with IL Local Agencies a plus.
• Familiarity with Bentley products, and bridge design software such as CSI Bridge, STAAD Pro, OpenBridge Design, AASHTOWARE Bridge Rating, MDX, etc.
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements.
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.

About Us

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people—their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Pay

Salary Range: $140,000-$197,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity).

Diversity and Inclusion

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people.