Project Manager - Structures / Bridges

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We 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. At 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! Project Manager - Structural / Bridges Benesch is seeking to hire an experienced Project Manager to join our Structural-Bridge group. As a Structural Project Manager, you will contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the Railroad Division by providing direct supervision, mentorship, and overall leadership. The ideal candidate will be a seller/doer managing all parts of phase 1 and phase 2 design projects, resource planning, assisting in business development, client engagement, and proposal preparation. We are looking for a project manager who is experienced in the local office market and is looking to join a team with a deep local bench of technical design staff and bolster a national practice of talented rail professionals. Benesch's Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equip our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects. Location This position is based at our growing Cincinnati, OH office, with the potential for a hybrid schedule. The Impact You Will Have - Developing projectscope,schedule, and budget estimates - Identifying resources needed and effectively delegating staff duties and responsibilities - Demonstratingthe ability to utilize accounting and scheduling software forprojectmanagement - Creatingand executingprojectwork plans - Analyzingaccounting reports andprojectschedules for variances - Monitoring work for adherence to the project scope and identifying out-of-scope actions - Preparingand submitting projectreports toyour assigned Group and/or DivisionManager - Participatein contract negotiations - Establish client contact and maintain positive relationships - Serve as the primary interface between railroad clients and staff for a givenproject - Coordinate, monitor, and review work performed by sub-consultants - Promote the team environment and communication and identify and address team conflicts - Networking, including activeparticipationinand leadershipofprofessional organizations What We Are Looking For BS in Civil Engineering is required PE Licenserequired Minimum of 10yearsof structuralengineering experience ProjectManagement experiencerequired Client interaction experience is a plus Working knowledge of AREMA Manual, Microstation, RISA 3D, or similar programs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with internal staff, clients, contractors, agencies, and the public Practice good time management skills, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently within time constraints while dealing with numerous concurrent a