Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager - Leadership Role with True Work-Life Balance
Looking to lead impactful projects without sacrificing your personal time?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a growing Dallas office, with the backing of a respected national firm that genuinely prioritizes work-life balance.
About the Firm
This established structural engineering firm is known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to employee well-being. With a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, residential, mixed-use, education, and healthcare sectors, the firm delivers thoughtful, efficient design solutions across the country. Their Dallas office is in an exciting growth phase, offering the energy of a startup with the stability and support of a national network.
The Role
The Senior Project Manager will serve as the right hand to the Office Director, helping lead the Dallas team, manage key projects, and mentor junior staff. This is a strategic position with clear visibility and the potential to grow into a future office leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead structural design and project delivery from concept through construction
* Manage client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact
* Oversee project teams, budgets, and schedules
* Mentor and support the development of junior engineers
* Collaborate with other offices and disciplines to deliver integrated solutions
Why This Role Stands Out
Leadership Track
Step into a high-impact role with a clear path to office leadership and broader firm influence.
Balanced Culture
The firm has a well-established work-life balance program that ensures engineers are not expected to work overtime - your time outside of work is respected.
Diverse, High-Quality Projects
Work on a wide range of rewarding and technically engaging projects with a team that values creativity and collaboration.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
* PE license required
* 8+ years of experience in structural engineering, with proven project management skills
* Strong technical background and client-facing experience
* Excellent communication and leadership abilities
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