Bridge Project Manager

• Location: Edmonton, Alberta
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13526
• Salary: CA$110,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking a Project Manager, Bridges on behalf of our client, a leading employee-owned Canadian engineering consultancy delivering complex transportation infrastructure across Alberta.
This role sits within a vibrant, growing Transportation Structures Group and is a key leadership position responsible for managing bridge projects from planning through delivery for provincial and major urban municipal clients.

The Project Manager will lead multi-discipline design teams, own client relationships, and drive project performance across a portfolio of standard and major bridge infrastructure projects. Based in Calgary or Edmonton, this position offers a hybrid work environment with occasional travel across Alberta.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead planning, design, and technical delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects for Provincial and Major Urban clients.
• Monitor, control, and report project status against scope, budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Prepare and manage engineering fee estimates and financial forecasting for projects.
• Apply project management principles to motivate, guide, and coordinate multi-discipline project teams.

Technical Leadership

• Guide project teams through preparation of technical reports and engineering deliverables.
• Provide structural engineering design input where applicable — there is opportunity to maintain and grow technical skills in this role.
• Ensure client needs are met effectively and on time throughout the project lifecycle.

Business Development & Client Service

• Prepare proposals and actively participate in business development and marketing initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Provincial and Major Urban Municipal clients.

Qualifications

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Post-graduate degree in Structural Engineering or Project Management is an asset.

Professional Registration

• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in structural engineering and/or project management within the transportation sector.
• Proven track record managing projects with defined budgets and schedules.
• Technical background in bridge design and construction is a strong asset.
• Experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors is an asset.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage clients and lead teams confidently.
• Superior organizational and planning abilities; comfortable managing competing priorities under pressure.
• Self-motivated team player with a passion for multi-discipline collaboration.
• Valid driver’s license required; occasional travel expected.

What’s On Offer

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including fitness allowance, company-matching pension, and parental leave top-up.
• Formal professional development program, mentoring, and designation support.
• Opportunity to lead high-profile bridge infrastructure projects that directly shape Alberta communities.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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