Structural Bridge Project Manager

About the role

We are looking to hire a Structural Bridge Project Manager to join our Structural Group within our Denver office. This position offers rewarding opportunities to work on a variety of transportation projects with state and local agencies, and an opportunity to become part of a well-established and growing team. The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to interface significantly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers
• Serve as Engineer-of-Record for structural elements of projects
• Perform quality control checks on plans, calculations, reports, and other deliverables
• Understand the overall project requirements and facilitate coordination with clients and between disciplines
• Manage project teams, accountable for scope, schedule, and budget
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits

Requirements

• BS in Civil and/or Structural Engineering required; MS in Structural Engineering a plus
• COLORADO PE or SE License required or ability to obtain
• Minimum 8 years of relevant bridge design experience; experience with CDOT projects and standards a plus
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proven experience working with the CDOT, and/or Colorado local agencies a plus
• Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility or conceptual phase
• Excellent business development, project management, and/or client relation skills
• Experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with ability to win work
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements

Qualifications

• BS in Civil and/or Structural Engineering required; MS in Structural Engineering a plus
• COLORADO PE or SE License required or ability to obtain
• Minimum 8 years of relevant bridge design experience; experience with CDOT projects and standards a plus
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proven experience working with the CDOT, and/or Colorado local agencies a plus
• Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility or conceptual phase
• Excellent business development, project management, and/or client relation skills
• Experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with ability to win work
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements

Skills

• BS in Civil and/or Structural Engineering required; MS in Structural Engineering a plus
• COLORADO PE or SE License required or ability to obtain
• Minimum 8 years of relevant bridge design experience; experience with CDOT projects and standards a plus
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proven experience working with the CDOT, and/or Colorado local agencies a plus
• Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility or conceptual phase
• Excellent business development, project management, and/or client relation skills
• Experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with ability to win work
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements

Benefits

• Paid over-time
• Exceptional retirement fund contributions
• Flexible schedules
• Wellness incentives
• All-around great people to work with

Pay

The Colorado Pay Range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Schedule

This position offers flexibility within the Front Range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

Key projects

• I-25 Exit 11: Interchange improvements in Trinidad, Colorado, modernized the junction with twin roundabouts, a new bridge, and enhanced access to Fishers Peak and Trinidad Lake State Parks. Replaced the older, “confusing” bridge, widened ramps, and installed dual roundabouts to improve capacity and reduce safety risks.
• 8th Street Corridor: Project in Colorado Springs widening the bridge over Fountain Creek. Key improvements include adding a new northbound lane, a dedicated right-turn lane, and a multi-use path to improve traffic capacity and pedestrian connectivity near US Highway 24.
• Peoria Over Sand Creek: Benesch is providing comprehensive design services for the City of Aurora’s Peoria Street bridge replacement over Sand Creek. The project widens Peoria Street to six lanes and replaces a flood-prone, 60-year-old bridge. Benesch’s work includes structural and hydraulic design, ADA-compliant multimodal facilities, drainage, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental documentation, and public outreach to improve safety, mobility, and community access.

The Impact You Will Have

- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers

- Serve as Engineer-of-Record for structural elements of projects

- Perform quality control checks on plans, calculations, reports, and other deliverables

- Understand the overall project requirements and facilitate coordination with clients and between disciplines.

- Manage project teams, accountable for scope, schedule, and budget

- Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients

- Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events

- Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.