Bridge Project ManagerJohnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.Position Summary: JMT's Herndon, VA Office is growing and seeks a motivated individual who desires increasing responsibilities across a variety of bridge and transportation structure projects at the local, state, and federal level, with a focus on growing JMT's Northern Virginia and DC presence. The successful candidate 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.
In addition, this individual will help lead and grow the bridge engineering staff in the Herndon office and across the broader Northern Virginia and DC region.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership and Staff DevelopmentProvide leadership and ongoing performance management, including setting goals, offering feedback, and coaching to support team growth, with the potential for direct reportsProvide 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 learnedHelp strengthen bridge engineering staff to support continued growth of the Herndon office and the Northern Virginia / DC regionProject ManagementProvide technical and structural engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary through final design and constructionCoordinate 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 documentsDevelop project specific plans, including project management plans and quality management plansIdentify and manage subconsultantsCollaborate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop a risk-averse project scope and feeManage project(s) in accordance with scope, schedule, and budgetCreate and maintain project schedulesMonitor and execute project progress, including identifying and mitigating risks, developing extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposalsPrepare progress reports and review invoicesBusiness Development and Client RelationsAssist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process, including SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviewsBuild relationships with client(s) to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality projectCommunicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholdersDevelop and lead project status presentationsParticipate in office's project financial status meetingsNonessential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPerform other related duties as assignedCompensation for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced.
If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.BenefitsJMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Caregiver Leave Program401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Career Development ProgramsAnd more…Required ExperienceBachelor's degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program10+ years of bridge and structural design experiencePE LicenseStrong Communication SkillsStrong Presentation SkillsPreferred ExperienceMaster's degree in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineeringExperience working with VDOT, and Virginia localities and agenciesExperience with multiple project delivery methods (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3)Experience managing multidiscipline project teamsWorking ConditionsWork is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking.
Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.