Sr. Project Manager - Richmond, VA, US

We Make Everything Around Us Better · At PRIME AE, that's not a slogan, it's how we work. · Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we par ...

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We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that's not a slogan, it's how we work.

Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them.

If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you'll feel at home here.

Who We Are

PRIME AE Group, Inc. is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 24 offices across 10 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we've partnered with public and private sector clients across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

We're growing, strategically and intentionally. That means expanding our capabilities, investing in our people, and building teams that are positioned for long-term success.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Sr. Project Manager – Bridges/Structural to join our Transportation team in our Richmond or Fairfax, VA offices. 

What You'll Do:

This role is ideal for an experienced bridge professional who brings a strong technical background along with proven project management, client-facing, and leadership capabilities. The Sr. Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of bridge projects, primarily for VDOT and other public-sector clients, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and team performance across the full project lifecycle.   The Sr. Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for clients and internal teams, guiding bridge projects from planning and design through final delivery. You will balance hands-on technical oversight with strategic project leadership.  Typical bridge projects include precast concrete girder (prestressed and post-tensioned) bridges, steel plate girder and box girder bridges for highway, waterway, and rail applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage bridge projects, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Serve as Project Manager and/or Project Engineer on VDOT bridge projects and select other public-sector clients.
• Oversee project planning, staffing, and workload management for multi-disciplinary teams.
• Provide technical oversight for bridge analysis and design, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Review and approve design calculations, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate geometric layout, quantity development, and design deliverables.
• Manage client communications, lead project meetings, and support business development efforts.
• Mentor and supervise engineers, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
• Support quality control and quality assurance processes throughout project delivery.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Active Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in bridge design and delivery, with demonstrated project management responsibility.
• Significant experience managing VDOT bridge projects strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical background in bridge analysis and design.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with bridge inspection is a plus, but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with structural analysis software (e.g., LARSA, SAP) and structural design tools (LEAP, BDS, PCA COL, etc.).
• Familiarity with MicroStation; OpenBridge Designer experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.

Why PRIME AE

We don't just fill positions, we invest in people.

At PRIME AE, you'll find a supportive, flexible environment where careers are built intentionally, not accidentally. You'll work on projects that improve everyday life, alongside colleagues who challenge and respect one another.

What sets us apart:

• Career Growth: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical expertise to project and people leadership
• People-First Culture: We value trust, integrity, and collaboration, and we mean it
• Meaningful Work: Projects that strengthen communities, infrastructure, and public spaces
• Growth with Purpose: Strategic expansion backed by strong leadership and investment
• National Reach, Local Feel: Big-firm resources with the agility and relationships of local offices

Our Commitment

PRIME AE Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where differences are respected, voices are heard, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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