Lead Structural Engineer
Lead Structural Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Are you a Structural Engineer looking for an opportunity to take ownership of projects, work directly with clients, and play a key role in the delivery of complex commercial developments?
Our client, a highly respected multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy, is seeking a talented Structural Engineer to join their growing Atlanta team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys leading projects, collaborating with clients, and contributing to the success and profitability of major commercial and mission-critical developments.
From day one, you'll be given autonomy, responsibility, and a clear pathway for professional growth within a collaborative and people-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction.
- Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
- Develop preliminary structural concepts and design solutions.
- Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building systems.
- Review and interpret applicable building codes and design standards.
- Coordinate closely with architects, civil engineers, MEP engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Prepare structural calculations, reports, and technical documentation.
- Produce and review construction-ready drawings and specifications.
- Oversee construction administration activities, including:
- Shop drawing reviews
- RFI responses
- Site coordination and construction support
- Support project financial performance, scheduling, and overall project execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- 4+ years of structural building design experience.
- Experience with large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of steel, concrete, masonry, light-gauge steel, and foundation design.
- Proficiency in Revit for producing construction-level structural drawings.
- Experience using structural analysis software such as RAM Structural System, SAP2000, RISA, or similar platforms.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- PE License preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure within six months.
What's on Offer
Our client is known for investing heavily in its people and fostering a culture built around professional development, collaboration, and long-term career growth. Employees enjoy a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Industry-leading performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Generous profit-sharing program.
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
- Scholarship assistance programs for employees' families.
- Paid sabbatical program for long-tenured employees.
- Dedicated paid volunteer and community service leave.
- Charitable giving and donation matching initiatives.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Enhanced parental leave benefits.
- Clear advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to work on impactful, technically challenging projects while enjoying the support of a company that values both professional excellence and employee wellbeing. You'll join a team of highly regarded engineers and designers, gain exposure to marquee commercial developments, and have the opportunity to accelerate your career within a growing practice.
If you're interested in exploring the opportunity further, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
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