Structural Engineer
Structural Project Manager
📍 Philadelphia, PA | Hybrid
🕒 Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8-Hour Shift
Mainstay Engineering Group is seeking a Structural Project Manager to lead diverse and impactful projects across industries. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work remotely while collaborating in-office ~3 days per week at either our North Carolina or Philadelphia location.
🔧 Your Role
As a Project Manager, you'll oversee structural engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and timely delivery. You'll lead a team of engineers and collaborate with architects, clients, and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.
🧩 Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
- Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets
- Coordinate with clients and internal teams to define scope and objectives
- Ensure projects meet deadlines and financial targets
Structural Engineering Oversight
- Guide structural analysis and design reviews
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes (local/state/federal)
- Approve engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications
Team Management
- Mentor and lead engineers, drafters, and interns
- Delegate tasks and foster a collaborative team culture
Quality & Site Oversight
- Implement QA/QC procedures
- Conduct site visits and inspections
- Approve deliverables and ensure design accuracy
Client Engagement
- Serve as primary client contact
- Provide updates, manage expectations, and identify future opportunities
Risk & Financial Management
- Identify and mitigate project risks
- Monitor budgets and ensure timely invoicing
- Contribute to revenue and EBITDA goals
Business Development (up to 20%)
- Support proposal development and client outreach
- Attend industry events and represent Mainstay externally
🎓 Qualifications
Required:
- BS in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- PE License (Active)
- 7-10+ years of structural engineering and project management experience
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and codes
- Proven leadership and mentoring experience
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred:
- NCEES Record
- Experience in land development or similar sectors
💼 Benefits
Mainstay offers a comprehensive benefits package that exceeds industry standards:
- 401(k) + Matching
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Paid Time Off & Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
📍 Work Location
Hybrid work model with ability to report to:
- Philadelphia, PA Office
- Hybrid (with weekly in-person collaboration)
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