Senior Structural Engineer

Savannah, GA | Hybrid & Remote Flexibility

Looking for flexibility without sacrificing collaboration? Our client is seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join their growing team in Savannah, GA. This opportunity offers hybrid and remote flexibility; however, candidates must be located within commuting distance of Savannah or be willing to relocate, as regular collaboration with project teams, clients, and site visits is an important part of the role.

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established multidisciplinary architecture and engineering consulting firm with more than 30 years of experience delivering projects across the federal, healthcare, education, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Known for their employee-focused culture, investment in technology, and commitment to technical excellence, they have built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, cost-effective engineering solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where you'll have the chance to work on diverse and technically challenging projects while continuing to develop your career.

The Role

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural engineering efforts on projects from concept through construction. This position combines technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement, and team mentorship, offering the opportunity to play a key role in both project success and the continued growth of the business.

The successful candidate will work closely with architects, contractors, project managers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams while leading structural design efforts across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering tasks and project components through all phases of design and construction.
• Design and analyze foundations, buildings, and other structures utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and cold-formed steel.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical deliverables.
• Conduct technical reviews, quality assurance checks, and constructability reviews.
• Perform site assessments, inspections, surveys, and construction observations.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, project managers, clients, and internal design teams.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
• Support business development initiatives and foster strong client relationships.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate project progress effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited four-year program or equivalent degree subject to review.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required with an active NCEES record.
• Successful completion of the FE and PE examinations.
• Experience requirements based on education:
  • 9+ years with an ABET/EAC-accredited bachelor's degree and a two-year master's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
  • 10+ years with an ABET/EAC-accredited bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
  • 12+ years with a non-U.S. four-year degree, including at least two years of engineering experience in the United States.
• Strong experience in structural design and analysis of buildings and related structures.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, ENERCALC, L-Pile, PCA MATS, or similar software.
• Experience preparing specifications, technical reports, and construction documentation.
• Ability to review engineering calculations, drawings, and technical deliverables.
• Familiarity with federal, DoD, VA, or UFC design standards is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience mentoring engineers and coordinating project teams.
• Interest in business development and client relationship management.
• SE licensure, or progression toward the SE, is preferred.
• Ability to travel for project and client requirements as needed.

Why This Opportunity?

• Hybrid and remote flexibility while remaining connected to a local Savannah-based team.
• Diverse project portfolio across federal, healthcare, education, commercial, and institutional markets.
• Opportunity to lead projects and influence technical delivery.
• Strong focus on employee development and career progression.
• Exposure to complex, high-profile engineering projects.
• Collaborative culture with long-term growth opportunities.
• The chance to join a respected consultancy with an established reputation for quality and innovation.

Location Requirement

This position offers excellent flexibility; however, candidates must be based in the Savannah, GA area or be willing to relocate. The role requires regular interaction with local project teams, client meetings, and occasional site visits, making proximity to Savannah essential.

If you're a Senior Structural Engineer looking for a role that combines technical leadership, project variety, career growth, and workplace flexibility, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.