Bridge Engineer Project Manager
Indianapolis, IN
My client is a civil engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Engineer Project Manager for its Indianapolis office. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated professional ready to take the lead on exciting infrastructure projects with a company that values work-life balance, professional growth, and a collaborative environment.
Our client is a well-established civil engineering firm with offices in Indiana and Ohio. They specialize in infrastructure design solutions to state, municipal, and private sector clients, with a specialized focus on transportation engineering and planning and serve a diverse client base across the public and private sectors. With over two decades of consistent growth, they offer an outstanding platform for career advancement and meaningful project leadership.
Bridge Engineer Project Manager Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage bridge projects from preliminary design through final plan delivery and client coordination.
- Perform structural analysis and design using hand calculations and software tools.
- Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and drafters on transportation structure design.
- Oversee the preparation of construction documents, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Conduct site visits for inspections, design verification, and construction support.
- Collaborate with in-house teams across disciplines such as roadway, drainage, survey, and planning.
- May assist with bridge inspections, bridge condition reports, and load ratings.
Bridge Engineer Project Manager Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Indiana or eligibility for reciprocity in other states (e.g., Ohio, Kentucky)
- 5–10 years of experience in bridge design, including DOT project delivery
- Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Manual
- Proficient in technical writing and client communication
- Valid driver’s license
Bridge Engineer Project Manager Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of FHWA Bridge Inspection Training (2-week or 1-week course for PEs)
- Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- Bridge inspection background with knowledge of the Bridge Inspection Reference Manual
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience designing bridges in accordance with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications?
Yes
No
- Have you managed bridge projects from preliminary design through final plan delivery?
Yes
No
- Which bridge design software have you used? (Select all that apply.)
MicroStation
AutoCAD
OpenBridge Designer
LEAP Bridge
Bentley Structural
Other
- Have you completed FHWA Bridge Inspection Training?
Yes (2-week course)
Yes (1-week PE course)
No
- Do you have bridge inspection experience?
Yes
No
Education:
Experience:
- bridge design: 5 years (Preferred)
- Department of Transportation: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Professional Engineer License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
