Structural Bridge Engineer – Project Manager

About the Role

Join a growing national engineering firm shaping the future of infrastructure. LJB Inc. is expanding our impact across the country by delivering innovative, community-focused engineering solutions. Within our Transportation Practice, we have spent more than five decades designing infrastructure that connects people, supports communities, and improves quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer – Project Manager to support and grow our Transportation Practice in our Charlotte, North Carolina office.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for management, scope, fees, and the profitability of individual projects and project portfolio.
• Point person and firm’s contact with clients while functioning as project manager.
• Assists in new sales with clients for which they are managing projects.
• Guides and coordinates internal LJB transportation disciplines with sub-consultants and clients.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Possesses an understanding of all transportation disciplines and requirements as related to bridge design projects.
• Responsible for assisting Deputy Operations Manager in maintaining PM best practices.
• On larger projects, may or may not be involved directly in the design.
• Apprise Operations Management of employee performance on projects.
• Provide information to Deputy Operations Manager on future projects so they can manage staffing.
• Assist in informal development of other employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• P.E. license.
• At least 10 years of experience in consulting or engineering.
• Experience working with DOTs.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.
• Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) a plus.
• Project team leadership experience.
• Project and client management experience.
• MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil-3D software experience.

Core Skills

• Strong presentation and interpersonal communications skills.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Why Join LJB?

This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful bridge engineering projects while serving as a trusted point of contact for clients, DOT partners, sub-consultants, and internal transportation teams. You will also support client growth, mentor developing team members, and contribute to infrastructure solutions that improve safety, connectivity, and long-term community value.

Pay

Salary range: $95,000 – 185,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits

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