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Structural Group ManagerAlfred Benesch & Co. • Lenexa, KS, United States
Structural Group Manager

Structural Group Manager

Alfred Benesch & Co. • Lenexa, KS, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

Structural Group Manager

We have a career opportunity to hire an experienced Structures Group Manager in our Kansas / Missouri Division. This position offers opportunities to work with local agencies and DOTs on a variety of complex structures projects involving structural replacement design, bridge inspection, and associated rehabilitation and repairs. In addition to horizontal structural design, the position provides opportunity to work on vertical design projects as well with public and private clients.

The most successful candidatewill be a licensed Professional Engineer and have significant experience in client development and pursuing, managing, designing, and providing structural engineering services for public agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities. As a Group Manager, team building, and management are also essential requirements. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and motivated to begin assuming staff management, client management and client development responsibilities.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas / Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.

The Impact You Will Have

  • Manage and grow the Kansas / Missouri Division Structural Engineering Group, including the design, inspection, and rehabilitation service lines
  • Manage project teams, accountable for staffing, budget, and schedule across multiple offices
  • Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives including the expansion of bridge and structural design services within Kansas, Missouri, and our West region
  • Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
  • Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
  • Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
  • Collaborate on regional growth strategy
  • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers

What You Will Need

  • Bachelor or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related discipline
  • Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and / or Missouri
  • Proven experience working with the KDOT / MoDOT (Staff Bridge), various KDOT / MoDOT Divisions, and / or local agencies
  • Experience, desired but not required, in alternative delivery of projects including design-build, CMGC, and other delivery methods
  • Experience, desired but not required, with providing bridge inspection services
  • Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility, conceptual or discovery phase
  • Experience developing scope of service documents and accompanying man hour budgets
  • Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with proven ability to win work
  • Excellent communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills
  • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements
  • Ability to lead, manage, mentor, and grow a dynamic team
  • Strong understanding of project financials and reporting; maintaining compliance with Division and Project financial objectives including Chargeability, Profit, Overhead
  • Participate in local civic and professional organizations such as the chamber of commerce, ACEC, ASCE, NSPE to promote the Company
  • Experience with asset management principles and structural applications for private and public clientele
  • Ability to write and prepare effective and efficient project proposals and non-technical documents
  • Experience with value engineering principles and applications as it pertains to structural design
  • Experience with Deltek Software / Suite and ability to run reports for management responsibilities
  • Review and assess professional services contracts and other project-related documentation to identify and minimize company risk or liability
  • Ability to identify contract issues or key points to ensure compliance with company policy, laws, and regulations
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    Professional Development

  • Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
  • Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
  • Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
  • Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses / certifications
  • Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
  • Retirement Benefits

  • Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
  • Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
  • Work / Life Balance

  • Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
  • Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
  • Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
  • Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
  • Employee Engagement

  • At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.
  • If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

    Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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    We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

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