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We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.\nWe pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.\nAt Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!\nStructural - Bridge Project Manager\nOur growing team is hiring a Structural Project Manager. This is an experienced position involving exciting, challenging, and complex assignments with opportunities for growth. As a Structural Project Manager, you will direct project teams in the planning, design and delivery of transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and a background in bridge design. On our team, you will have the opportunity to work on various infrastructure projects for State DOTs, local agencies and private clients. You will have the opportunity to coordinate directly with clients while helping to mentor and develop a team of young structural engineers.\nLocation\nThis position is a hybrid position with both remote work and office work in our office in Chicago, IL.\nKey Projects\nOur Illinois Division’s structural team is proud to lead high-impact projects that demonstrate the depth and diversity of our technical expertise, including:\nIDOT - I-39 Reconstruction Project - Designing multiple new bridge structures along the reconstructed I-39 corridor, including the complex Ramp BD over US 20 bridge - a three-span continuous steel curved plate girder structure with steel straddle bent piers.\nCDOT - 100th Street Bascule Bridge Rehabilitation Project - Developing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for this historic structure, including complete replacement of the truss structure over the river.\nCity of Elgin - Kimball Street Bridge over Fox River Reconstruction Project - Completing preliminary design for the full reconstruction of the existing 11-span bridge with a new five-span continuous steel haunched girder structure, incorporating a new grade separated multi-use path crossing of Kimball by the Fox River Trail.\nElk Grove Village - Arlington Heights Road Pedestrian Bridge Project - Creating a new grade-separated connection to the Busse Woods Forest Preserve with an 850-ft curved steel and concrete structure, featuring a 140-ft steel V-frame structure crossing over the roadway and aesthetic enhancements throughout.\n Contractor Engineering - Working for industry-leading Contractors to deliver demolition plans and erection plans with a focus on complex structures, including: highly skewed steel and concrete spans along the Illinois Tollway; steel plate girder river crossings with spans exceeding 300-ft in length; signature tied arch bridges.\nThe Impact You Will Have\nResponsible for project management, including cost control, project budget control, and quality assurance/quality control.\nDirect and manage the budgeting and execution of projects including the supervision of assigned staff and subcontractors.\nMentor and direct the advancement of technical and non-technical skills of developing structural engineers.\nContribute to structural design work as a technical reviewer or advisor.\nAdhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation and project tracking.\nParticipate in Business Development and Marketing, including networking, preparation of SOQs, proposals, and contracts.\nWhat We Are Looking For\nB.S. Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural) required; M.S. Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural) preferred.\nPE License required; SE License in IL preferred.\n10+ years of experience in roadway bridge design, with management experience preferred.\nIDOT, ISTHA and CDOT experience preferred. Experience with Chicagoland counties and municipalities desirable.\nExcellent communication, strong written, oral, and client relation skills, experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.\nStrong organization and leadership skills.\nAbility to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.\nThe expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.\nOur benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.\nIllinois Pay Range\n$130,000—$175,000 USD\nWhy Benesch?\nIt’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.\nYour next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.\nAt Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.\nHere's what you can look forward to:\nReal career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.\nA strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.\nFlexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.\nTime to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.\nWork that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.\nRoom to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.\nYour Next Chapter Starts Here\nWhether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.\nBring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.\nExplore our full benefits here: Click here \nEqual Opportunity & Accessibility\nAt Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.\nBenesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.\nBenesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.\nIf you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing . This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.\nIf you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.\nKnow your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal \nWe will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.\nExternal Recruiters and Staffing Agencies\nBenesch shall have no obligationto compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.\nAll recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. 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