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Benesch

Engineering and consulting for community infrastructure

Structural Project Manager

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeEast Lansing, MI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Michigan Professional Engineer license is required.
  • At least 10 years of structural engineering experience focused on bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection.
  • Strong familiarity with MDOT standards, including the Bridge Design Guide, AASHTO LRFD, MDOT load-rating requirements, and CADD standards.
  • Proven experience delivering MDOT bridge projects from concept through construction.
  • Ability to perform and review complex structural calculations and load ratings.
  • Proficiency in relevant engineering software, such as MDOT MiBridge, LEAP Bridge, MDX, and MicroStation.
  • Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedule, and budget for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Ability to mentor and supervise engineers, designers, and technicians.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary coordination with roadway, hydraulics, geotechnical, and environmental teams.
  • Ability to oversee quality control and quality assurance processes to ensure deliverables meet MDOT and industry standards.
  • Strong client relationship skills, particularly with MDOT staff and local agencies.
  • Effective verbal and written communication, including technical writing and presentation abilities.
  • Proven track record of managing client expectations and resolving project challenges proactively.
  • Business development experience, including proposal writing and pursuit strategy for MDOT projects.
  • Ability to travel for site visits, inspections, and meetings as needed.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and quality in engineering practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage structural engineering projects involving MDOT bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection, from planning through completion.
  • Serve as the primary client contact for MDOT and other stakeholders, ensuring compliance with the MDOT Bridge Design Guide, AASHTO LRFD, and project-specific requirements.
  • Oversee preparation of bridge design plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with MDOT standards.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, geotechnical, and hydraulics, to ensure integrated project delivery.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet contractual and quality requirements.
  • Conduct quality control and quality assurance reviews on structural calculations, drawings, and reports.
  • Supervise and mentor junior engineers, designers, and technicians, providing technical guidance and career development support.
  • Facilitate project progress meetings with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Review and approve shop drawings, requests for information, and construction submittals for structural compliance.
  • Perform site visits for construction observation, bridge inspection, and condition assessment.
  • Prepare and review load ratings in accordance with MDOT requirements.
  • Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
  • Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, cost estimating, and client presentations.
  • Maintain professional licensure in Michigan and fulfill continuing education requirements.

About the Company

Benesch

Engineering and consulting for community infrastructure

Benesch is an engineering and consulting firm focused on improving community infrastructure across the United States, covering transportation, bridges, rail, roadways, transit, and related sectors, as well as community planning, parks, development, and environmental services. It delivers expert consulting and engineering services through a multidisciplinary team on project-based contracts to guide planning, design, and implementation. A differentiator is its holistic ADA compliance approach, assessing and improving accessibility across municipal facilities, transportation, and communication systems. Its goal is to deliver safe, durable, accessible infrastructure and build long-term relationships with municipalities, government agencies, and private clients.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1946

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