GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an experienced Bridge Project Manager to work within our Indiana Transportation Team. The successful candidate will be a hard-working individual that enjoys a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. The candidate will use their related experience to jump right into a variety of new projects for INDOT and Local Municipalities and Counties that are in the early phases of design. Our Midwest Bridge Team is looking for a candidate that is willing to share their expertise through teaching others but is also eager to learn new skills and grow professionally in today's global environment. This position is eligible for GAI’s flexible hybrid or remote work schedules and a Sign-on Bonus.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for all aspects of a project including managing the internal team, and sub-consultants, leading client communication, and monitoring project financials.
• Design and prepare plans, calculations, and specifications for transportation structures, including highway bridges, retaining walls, and pre-fabricated three-sided and box structures in accordance with AASHTO and INDOT standards.
• Collaborate with other professionals from various departments and disciplines in order to discuss project challenges and engineering solutions needed to help our clients deliver their programs.
• Perform work as part of a team or as a task/project manager, in accordance with the project budget and schedule limitations under moderate supervision.
• Prepare scope and fee proposals, Letter-of-Interest proposals, and/or assist other Project Managers with similar duties.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to ensure quality technical services.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with quality control standards and client requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with our clients on specific projects.
• Utilize existing skills and relationships to help grow our team in new markets.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Participate in occasional site visits in construction sites and remote outdoor work environments.
• Occasional travel to client meetings and site visits.

Project Management Responsibilities:

• Approximately 50% of job duties are dedicated to project management and 45% to technical delivery.
• Delivers scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and profitability of all projects managed.
• Plans and manages small to medium-value projects, with a single or dual-discipline focus and a low to medium-risk profile.
• Manages a small number of projects (typically 3 to 5) with up to $500k per year of total billings.
• Under the direction of a PM Coach, works with Project Controls staff to analyze project performance data on an ongoing basis and develop recovery plans as needed.

Business Development Responsibilities:

• Up to 15% of job duties may be dedicated to Business Development.
• May serve as client contact for projects managed with support from PM Coach.
• Develops and maintains successful client relationships on existing projects.
• Works closely with their PM Coach and/or more experienced PMs to coordinate and develop the proposed scope, schedule, and fee for the entire project.
• Supports senior management in contract negotiations with clients.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. A Master of Science in Structures is preferred.
• Registered PE in Indiana.
• Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience with INDOT standards, specifications, design manuals, and deliverables for Federally Funded Projects.
• Experience with delivering projects for Local Public Agencies.
• Experience managing projects or tasks within a project.
• Experience with structural analysis and design programs for bridge design (Ex: LEAP Concrete, MDX, Midas, AASHTOWare, and/or other comparable software)
• Proficiency in CADD, Microstation preferred.
• Experience in bridge inspection or desire to participate in bridge inspection services preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of total engineering or technical experience, with at least 2 of those years serving as a Task or Project Manager leading and directing projects or tasks, preferably with an engineering consulting organization or similar professional services firm.
• Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
• 401k company match 
• Tuition Reimbursement