Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

The Senior Structural Engineer will help lead and grow a Construction Support Engineering (CSE) team within a collaborative, 22-person firm. In this role, you oversee structural design projects, review RFIs and shop drawings, resolve field issues, prepare proposals, and mentor a team of engineers. You apply strong attention to detail, maintain responsive communication with customers, and effectively navigate language barriers. This position offers hybrid flexibility after initial training, profit sharing, performance-based bonuses, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of structural engineers, supporting their technical development and project delivery.
• Oversee structural design work for a variety of building types, ensuring accuracy, safety, and code compliance.
• Review RFIs and shop drawings to confirm design intent and provide clear, timely responses to project stakeholders.
• Resolve field issues by collaborating with contractors and project teams, providing practical and effective structural solutions.
• Prepare detailed proposals, including scope, schedule, and technical approach, to support new and ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with project managers and other engineers to manage workload, priorities, and project timelines.
• Communicate proactively with clients and contractors, maintaining responsiveness and professionalism, even when navigating language barriers.
• Utilize design and drafting tools such as Revit and AutoCAD to support structural documentation and coordination.
• Contribute to building and shaping the new Construction Support Engineering (CSE) team, including processes and best practices.
• Support profit-conscious project delivery by balancing quality, efficiency, and client expectations.

Essential Skills

• 6–10 years of experience as a structural engineer working on building projects.
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical, Drafting, or a closely related field.
• Strong grasp of structural systems, including concrete, steel, and wood.
• Experience with structural engineering design and construction support activities.
• Ability to review and interpret RFIs and shop drawings accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel for communication and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with willingness and ability to overcome language barriers.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail in design, documentation, and review processes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of engineers in a project-focused environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Revit for structural design and coordination.
• Experience using AutoCAD for drafting and documentation.
• Background in steel design and other structural engineering disciplines.
• Experience preparing technical and commercial proposals for engineering projects.
• Project management experience, including coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with multi-family housing projects and other commercial building types.
• Interest in building and shaping a new Construction Support Engineering (CSE) team.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in the autonomy of building a business-like team without the administrative burden of ownership.

Work Environment

This role is based in a smaller, close-knit company of about 22 people, where you will work alongside five other engineers, three of whom serve as project managers. The culture is laid back and collaborative, with the ability to wear casual attire in the office. After spending a few weeks on site for training, you can transition to a hybrid schedule with flexibility on certain days (such as Monday and Friday).

You will be instrumental in building out a new Construction Support Engineering (CSE) team and will work on a diverse portfolio of projects, including office buildings, multifamily housing, hotels, assisted and independent living facilities, schools, retail buildings, religious facilities, and clubhouses. The environment emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, profit-sharing,…