Structural Engineer - Healthcare Market Sector Leader
LVI Associates is proud to partner with a nationally acclaimed engineering firm to identify a Healthcare Market Sector Leader for their Structural Engineering practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a strategic leadership opportunity for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in healthcare projects, business development, and team management. Our client is a multidisciplinary engineering firm known for its commitment to technical excellence, sustainability, and innovation. With a legacy of award-winning projects and a collaborative culture, the firm is consistently recognized as a top workplace and a leader in complex structural design across the U.S. and internationally.
Role Overview
This position will lead the healthcare market sector strategy in Northern California, driving growth, client engagement, and project delivery. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to clients, a mentor to staff, and a key contributor to the firm's long-term vision in healthcare infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic plans to grow the healthcare market sector across Northern California.
- Lead business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and securing new work.
- Serve as principal-in-charge or senior technical lead on major healthcare projects, ensuring quality, innovation, and client satisfaction.
- Collaborate with internal teams across disciplines and offices to deliver integrated, high-performance solutions.
- Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance visibility and thought leadership.
- Guide proposal development and interview preparation for healthcare pursuits.
- Monitor market trends and client needs to inform service offerings and strategic direction.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, developers, healthcare providers, and other key stakeholders.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.
- Contribute to firm-wide initiatives related to sustainability, resilience, and digital innovation in healthcare design.
Ideal Candidate
- Licensed PE or SE in California (required).
- Minimum 12 years of experience in structural engineering, with a strong portfolio of healthcare projects.
- Proven track record in business development, including client acquisition and strategic growth.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Passion for innovation, sustainability, and advancing healthcare infrastructure.
Why This Opportunity?
- Join a firm with a national reputation for excellence and innovation.
- Lead a high-growth market sector with autonomy and support.
- Work on impactful healthcare projects that shape communities.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and long-term career growth.
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