Structural Project Manager

Full Time 1 hour ago

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Employment Information

Job Level Entry Level

Experience Less Than 1 Year

Job Type Full Time

Location Jordan, Minnesota

Seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Bridge and Structural Project Manager/Estimator to join the heavy civil construction team. This critical, dual-function role is the engine that drives our structural division, bridging the gap between successful pursuit and profitable execution.

The successful candidate will lead the preconstruction phase-identifying opportunities, analyzing constructability risks, and developing detailed cost estimates for complex scopes (foundations, piling, concrete, and steel). Following award, you will transition to project management, working side-by-side with the Field Superintendent to manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and safety.

This position is ideal for a leader with 5-10+ years of experience who possesses a field-first approach and an expert understanding of DOT standards and temporary works needed to deliver challenging, high-value infrastructure projects.

location: Jordan, Minnesota
job type: Permanent
salary: $200,000 - 210,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:
Preconstruction & Estimating Responsibilities

Identify and pursue bridge and structural project opportunities in public and private markets.
Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for constructability and risk.
Develop detailed quantity take-offs, production rates, and cost estimates.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Develop bid schedules, work plans, and risk assessments.
Participate in bid strategy meetings and final bid reviews.

Detailed Estimating Tasks

Prepare detailed, accurate estimates for bridge and structural scopes including foundations, piling, concrete, steel erection, and specialty structures.
Develop labor, equipment, and material pricing using historical and current production data.
Build and maintain cost databases and unit pricing.
Identify value-engineering options and alternate construction approaches.
Clearly define project assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions in proposals.

Project Management / Execution

Lead project handoff from estimating to operations in partnership with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent.
Develop project schedules, phasing plans, and detailed work packages.
Manage budgets, cost controls, and job cost reporting.
Oversee subcontractor procurement, buyout, and contract administration.
Lead owner, engineer, and internal coordination meetings.
Manage change orders, RFIs (Requests for Information), submittals, and progress billing.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and quality plans.

Field Coordination

Work side-by-side with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent to plan daily and weekly work activities.
Provide real-time support to the field on means, methods, sequencing, and problem-solving.
Participate in critical lifts, major pours, girder settings, and other key operations as needed.
Help drive productivity, crew utilization, and schedule recovery efforts.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience in bridge/heavy civil construction).
5-10+ years of experience in bridge or heavy civil construction estimating and/or project management.
Working knowledge of DOT bridge standards, temporary works, and structural concrete/steel construction.
Proficiency in estimating software, scheduling software, and project management systems.
Ability to read and interpret complex structural plans and specifications.

Skills & Competencies

Leadership and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving ability.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Collaborative mindset with a field-first approach.
High level of integrity and accountability.

Work Environment

Mix of office and field-based work on active highway and bridge projects.
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

The essential functions of this role include:

working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week
qualifications:

Experience level: Experienced
Minimum 5 years of experience
Education: Bachelors

skills: StructuralEstimating (5 years of experience is required)

Frequently asked questions

Structural Project Manager is located in Jordan, Minnesota, United States of America.

This Structural Project Manager position is offered as Full Time.

This role requires Less Than 1 Year experience. Seniority level: Entry Level.

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