Principal Project Manager - Bridges

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Our office in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Principal Project Manager, specializing in bridges! Locally, we are leading challenging projects and providing design expertise on projects across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, including in Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, and Florida. Our South-Central team supports some of the most ambitious transportation, water, and infrastructure projects in North America, including: 

• Regionally significant – Rome-Cartersville Development Corridor – Project includes 13 bridges, new interchange on I-75 and 6 turbo roundabouts.
• SR 17 GRIP Corridor – 12.2 miles of 2-lane to 4-lane widening
• Gordon Highway Improvements – 10.0 miles of resurfacing, rehabilitation and sidewalk improvements in GDOT’s TIA program.
• Multiple contracts in GDOT’s bridge replacement program
• Gwinnett County Transportation On-Call – widenings and intersections
• Design-Build projects of different delivery methods.

Responsibilities of the position will include, but may not be limited to:

• Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the most cost-effective solution.
• Analyzes technical problems, assesses proposed techniques and procedures' feasibility, and devises new approaches and alternative solutions.
• Design and develop plans and drawings, which may include the development of preliminary layout and/or final drawings.
• Research the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Lead and supervise a structural design team in Georgia composed of a diverse group of engineers for projects within the Southeast.
• Plan and review the production of engineering drawings, specifications engineering investigations and planning work.
• Lead junior professionals and technical personnel on the design and drafting of preliminary and final plans.
• Coordinate with all staff, including other disciplines, to maintain project execution and control to achieve continuity of purpose within scope, budget, and time schedules from initial start-up through final design on Bridge projects.
• Supervise and/or participate in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.
• Assist with creation of project scope, cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.
• Provide guidance and support to younger engineers, fostering their professional growth through mentorship and knowledge sharing.

We invite applications from candidates with the following experience:

• 15+ years in the Highway Bridge field including Project Management experience with transportation projects.
• Education: BS or MS in engineering with a structural emphasis, with MS preferred.
• Current Georgia P.E. License preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable amount of time.
• GDOT experience required familiarity with GDOT PDE process preferred.
• Preferred experience with Team Leadership and a desire to help grow a bridge group.
• Proven technical writing and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including organization and attention to detail.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required for this position.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

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