Structural Engineer

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Selectek has an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineer Project Manager looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing Civil/Structural firm. As a Structural Engineer Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing various projects across a wide range of industries, ensuring sound structural engineering, compliance with regulations, and completion within both scheduling and budget constraints. You will work with a team of engineers and cross-functional professionals, coordinating their efforts to deliver high-quality results, within budget and on time.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES FOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER PROJECT MANAGER
Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, other engineering disciplines and stakeholders to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Create detailed schedules and budgets, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.

Structural Engineering Analysis:

• As needed, conduct or guide staff in analysis and assessments to ensure designs meet safety standards, local/state and federal codes and ae in compliance with acceptable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to develop innovative and efficient solutions.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications.

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, drafters, and other project staff.
• Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring each team member understands their responsibilities and deadlines.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, encouraging creativity and professional growth.

Quality Control and Assurance:

• Implement quality control measures to ensure construction materials and methods meet industry standards and project specifications.
• Conduct periodic site inspections and audits to identify and address any issues or deviations from plans.
• Review and approve project deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to design requirements.

Client Communication and Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on project progress, budget, and any potential risks or challenges.
• Proactively address client concerns and inquiries in a timely and professional manner, striving to exceed expectations and maintain positive relationships.
• Identify opportunities for additional services or future collaboration with clients

Risk Management and Problem-Solving:

• Identify potential risks and obstacles to project success, developing mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Proactively resolve conflicts or issues that arise during the construction process, seeking input from stakeholders as needed.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks effectively to keep projects on track.

Financial Management

• Work with project accounting to ensure accounts receivable for your projects are collected in a timely manner in accordance with contract payment terms.
• Continuously monitor project budgets and manage work to remain within budget. Responsible for the delivery of projects, for yourself and within your team, on budget.
• Ensure written authorization and executed contracts have been received before starting work or a variance from this policy has been approved by the Senior Principal or CEO.
• Contributes to the organization’s target revenue and sales targets for the fiscal year.
• Meet or exceed utilization goals for technical staff, project managers and yourself

Business Development (up to 20% of the time)

• Continuously developing and winning work with new and existing clients
• Assists the Director and/or Principal with developing business with assigned clients
• Prepare proposals, including scopes, schedules, and fees.
• Actively participate in industry events and conferences

Required:

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET accredited program with a focus on Structural Engineering
• Experience in Project Management
• 7+ years as a Structural Engineer for Industrial or Commercial Building projects
• Experience leading projects and other engineers
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations
• Strong communication and organizational Skills

Preferred:

• PE or ability to gain PE shortly after hire

Sponsorship: No, they will not do this. They need to be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
Pay range: $43/hour - $72/hour ($90,000 - $150,000 when direct)
Term of assignment: 6 months contract to direct or Direct Hire
Pay method when direct: Salary no OT
Location of job: Blue Bell, PA 19422 / Greenville, SC 29610 / Remote
Hours and shift: Monday – Friday, 8 hours day
Work from home: If local to an office, they tend to do 3 days in and 2 at home each week
Working remote: Yes, open to a fully remote worker
Overtime expected: Minimal/Deadline driven
Travel: As needed; There will be times they would need to visit client sites but not on a regular basis
Work attire: Business casual
Does the client require a background check and drug test? Yes

Please contact Lizzie Johns at 470-203-0754 or Ljohns@selectek.net for more information.