Job Description

Help Us Change the World—One Project at a Time
At PRIME AE, we believe every bridge, building, classroom, park, and roadway we design tells a story—and leaves a legacy. Whether it’s through architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting, our work is deeply rooted in improving the everyday experiences of people and communities. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contribution.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 22 offices across 9 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors. We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us.

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 offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you’ll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You’ll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we’re committed to helping you succeed.

• Full-Career Support Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth-Oriented Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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