Bridge Construction Project Manager 2026-226

Location:  Herndon, Virginia
Relocation Assistance: YES – limited
Visa Sponsorship: YES

Experience Required: 10 + years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Civil Engineering, plus Virginia Professional Engineer License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing employee-owned engineering firm who is looking to add an experienced Bridge Construction Project Manager to their team in Herndon, Virginia. They are willing to provide limited relocation assistance for the right person.

Your Role:

You will lead a variety of bridge and transportation structure projects at the local, state, and federal level. You will be responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned bridge and structural design projects including planning, scope, schedule and budget, team coordination, stakeholder communication, risk management, resource management, quality assurance, and reporting.

• Manage multiple projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
• Coordinate and guide all technical resources within the project team to ensure delivery of a high-quality outcome, including development of construction plans and associated submittal documents
• Provide technical and structural engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary through final design and construction
• Provide coaching and mentorship to the project team through one-on-one check-in meetings and various project debriefs to recognize achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned
• Provide leadership and ongoing performance management, including setting goals, offering feedback, conducting 1:1 meetings, and coaching to support team growth
• Collaborate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop a risk averse project scope and fee
• Develop project specific project plans, including project management plans and quality management plans
• Create and maintain project schedules
• Identify and manage subconsultants
• Monitor and execute project progress, including identifying and mitigating risks, developing extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in office’s project financial status meetings
• Build relationships with clients to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project
• Prepare progress reports and review invoices
• Develop and lead project status presentations
• Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process including, SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviews.

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Strong presentation skills

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering with a focus in structural engineering
• 10 or more years of bridge and structural design experience
• Professional Engineer License in Virginia, or the ability to obtain one by reciprocity

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with VDOT, and Virginia localities and agencies
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
• Experience managing multidiscipline project teams

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-226 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.