Senior Structural Engineer/Project Manager (Industrial Facilities)
Senior Structural Engineer / Project Manager
Industrial Facilities
My client is a specialist structural engineering and building consulting firm recognised for its depth of expertise in structural design, industrial facilities, building rehabilitation, and complex project delivery. With a team of accomplished engineers, technical consultants, and industry leaders, the firm supports a diverse portfolio of industrial, commercial, and institutional projects across the Midwest.
The firm is built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, collaboration, and enduring quality. Known for taking a practical, client-focused approach, the team delivers technically robust solutions while maintaining strong relationships with owners, contractors, and design partners. Engineers here are trusted advisors who play an active role in shaping both projects and long-term client partnerships.
This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys balancing hands-on technical design with project management, team leadership, and client engagement in an industrial environment.
The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer / Project Manager, you will manage and design structural systems for industrial facilities, overseeing projects from concept through construction completion. The role blends advanced technical execution with responsibility for budgets, schedules, multidisciplinary coordination, and client relationships.
You will serve as a key point of contact for clients, lead internal teams, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the structural design of industrial facilities, including systems using reinforced concrete, structural steel, and concrete masonry.
- Manage projects from proposal through construction completion, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, working closely with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and owners.
- Serve as a primary client contact, providing technical leadership, clear communication, and trusted guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Oversee and review structural calculations, drawings, and construction documents to ensure quality, constructability, and code compliance.
- Perform and manage construction administration services, including site observations, shop drawing and submittal reviews, RFI responses, and issue resolution.
- Support business development efforts through client relationship building, proposal contributions, and repeat-work growth.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical oversight and professional development support.
- Contribute to firm-wide initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Typically 10-20+ years of experience in structural engineering, with significant experience delivering industrial projects.
- Strong technical background in industrial structural systems, including steel, concrete, and masonry.
- Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and design teams.
- Proven ability to interface directly with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Proficiency with structural analysis and design software (e.g., RISA, SAP, STAAD, RAM, or similar).
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Interest in long-term leadership, client development, and project delivery excellence.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation (up to $135,000) & 10-20% annual bonus
- Flexible PTO, plus a full paid week off during winter holidays.
- Rotating sabbatical program for full-time employees.
- Medical and dental insurance with high employer contributions.
- Company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Retirement plan with profit sharing.
- Monthly phone reimbursement.
- Personalised professional development and leadership growth plans.
Why Join?
- Lead impactful industrial projects with real influence over technical direction and delivery.
- Work alongside highly respected senior engineers and industry leaders.
- Be trusted with client relationships and meaningful decision-making authority.
- Join a firm that values practical engineering, accountability, and long-term partnerships.
- Enjoy a collaborative, low-ego culture that rewards ownership, mentorship, and quality work.
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