Bridge & Horizontal Structures Lead Growth & PM
charlynconsultingLexington, KY
Bridge & Horizontal Structures Lead Growth & PM
L7
charlynconsultingLexington, KYyesterday
Industries
Engineering ServicesHighway, Street, and Bridge ConstructionOther Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionWe are seeking an experienced Bridge Department Manager to lead business development, financial performance, and team management for a local civil engineering department. This role is ideal for a senior engineering leader with strong experience in bridge and horizontal structural engineering, along with a proven track record in project management, business development, and staff leadership. The ideal candidate will bring both technical depth and leadership strength to help grow market presence, support project delivery, and build a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate strategic growth plans with office managers and practice leaders
Establish and grow market presence through marketing and business development efforts
Manage the department financial budget and allocate resources accordingly
Lead and contribute to proposal development and client presentations
Serve as a technical resource to project managers and engineering staff
Identify staffing needs and support resource planning for the department
Interview, hire, and develop team members
Conduct performance reviews based on team and project feedback
Lead continuous performance management through coaching, goal setting, 1:1 meetings, and feedback
Support team growth, leadership development, and department success
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) License required
Minimum 10 years of bridge / horizontal structural engineering experience
Strong experience in project management and business development
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Demonstrated leadership experience in team management, hiring, and performance development
Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications Experience working with local county and state-level clients
Supervisory or department leadership experience
Background in growing client relationships and expanding regional market presence
Technical Skills Bridge engineering
Horizontal structural engineering
Project management
Business development
Budget management
Resource allocation
Proposal development
Microsoft Office
Team leadership
Performance management
This role operates within a general office environment and is primarily sedentary in nature.
Sitting for extended periods
Occasional standing and walking
Office-based collaboration with engineering and leadership teams
Minimal exposure to hazardous conditions
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Caregiver Leave Program
401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career Development Programs
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Level
ManagerL7
Location
Lexington, KY
Occupation
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Industry
Engineering Services
Posted
yesterday
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