Bridge Project Manager

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Our rapidly growing Chicago office is looking to add a Structural Bridge Project Manager to join our team. You will be involved with bridge projects for railways, highways, and other transportation related projects throughout Mid-Atlantic and South. Our team supports some of the most ambitious transportation and infrastructure projects in North America.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop engineering plans and drawings, including preliminary layouts and final construction documents
• Supervise or provide structural assessments including condition evaluation, load capacity, service life, rehabilitation and functional needs, life cycle costing, and renewal options analysis
• Plan and oversee the production of engineering drawings, specifications, investigations, and planning work
• Lead junior professionals and technical staff in the design and drafting of preliminary and final bridge plans
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project execution aligns with scope, budget, and schedule from concept through final design
• Assist in the development of project scopes, cost and manpower estimates, schedules, and budgets
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, supporting their professional growth and development
• Apply a quality management system for structural engineering design projects including quality control and assurance procedures, checks, and independent reviews at different phases of designs

We're looking for someone to embody these ethos and welcome applications from bridge project manager candidates with the following experience:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering. Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in structural bridge design and inspection
• Illinois SE license is required or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months
• Illinois PE license is preferred
• Illinois NBIS Team Leader certification preferred
• Experience with Illinois Department of Transportation standards and project procedures preferred
• Knowledge and experience in developing and interpreting highway engineering policies, practices, procedures, standards, and regulations
• Experienced with construction specs and erection plans and requirements for large structural elements
• Familiarity with Bentley products, and bridge design software such as LARSA, SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, OpenBridge, CsiBridge, AASHTOWARE Bridge Rating, and MDX
• Strong interpersonal, negotiating, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to participate in local professional societies

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary for this position is $119k - $146k.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.