Structural Engineering Project Manager
Join a Growing Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy
An established and rapidly expanding engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Structural Engineering Project Manager / Team Leader to support continued growth across the Southeast. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced structural engineer who enjoys leading projects, mentoring teams, building client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth of an organization.
With a strong project backlog, a collaborative culture, and significant investment in future expansion, the company offers the resources and stability of a larger organization while maintaining the agility and influence of a growing firm.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to junior staff. You will have the opportunity to influence technical standards, oversee project delivery, and help shape the future direction of a growing structural engineering practice.
This position is ideal for engineers who want to remain technically engaged while taking on greater leadership responsibility and contributing to business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage structural engineering projects from planning and design through construction support.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and deliverables.
- Design and review structural systems utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, and timber construction.
- Lead coordination efforts with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
- Review calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Conduct site visits, assessments, and construction administration activities.
- Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact.
- Support proposal preparation, project pursuits, and business development initiatives.
- Help establish and improve technical standards, processes, and team capabilities.
Project Types
Projects may include:
- Commercial developments
- Municipal and government facilities
- Industrial facilities
- Institutional and educational buildings
- Water and wastewater infrastructure
- Structural rehabilitation and restoration projects
- Heavy concrete structures
- Infrastructure assessment and strengthening programs
- Mission-critical and specialized facilities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 5+ years of structural engineering experience with building and/or infrastructure projects.
- Proven project management experience.
- Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Structural Engineering.
- SE license.
- Experience working with municipal, government, or federal clients.
- Prior team leadership or department management experience.
- Business development and client relationship management experience.
Technical Skills
Experience with some or all of the following is preferred:
- RISA
- RAM
- ETABS
- SAP2000
- Revit
- AutoCAD
Knowledge of relevant engineering codes and standards, including:
- IBC
- ASCE 7
- ACI
- AISC
What Makes This Opportunity Different?
- Strong backlog of committed projects.
- Opportunity to influence company growth and direction.
- Leadership visibility and direct access to decision-makers.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
- Hybrid working flexibility.
- Diverse and technically challenging projects.
- Genuine career progression opportunities as the organization continues to expand.
- Opportunity to build, mentor, and lead engineering teams.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $100,000 - $140,000
Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development support, and licensure assistance.
If you're an experienced structural engineer seeking a leadership-focused role where your technical expertise, client relationships, and management skills can make a lasting impact, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
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