WSP is searching for an Assistant Vice President, Structural Engineer to join our Property & Buildings team in Tampa, FL.
Provides technical and business leadership for the planning, analysis, design, investigation, and delivery of building structures and architecturally significant structural systems across public and private sector projects. Responsibilities include developing structural concepts and detailed designs for new buildings, renovations, adaptive reuse, and specialty architectural structures, while also leading teams, strengthening client relationships, and expanding structural engineering services in the local market. This role guides project teams and managers in applying advanced structural engineering methods, digital delivery tools, and emerging technologies to solve complex design challenges, drive profitable growth, support new business development, and deliver high-quality, future-ready outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
10+ years of relevant post-education experience in structural engineering, with a strong background in the design and delivery of building structures and architecturally complex projects.
Professional Engineer license required; SE licensure and multi-state registration preferred.
Highly proficient in structural engineering principles, systems, and design practices for steel, concrete, timber, masonry, and composite building structures.
Demonstrated experience leading structural engineering teams, mentoring staff, managing technical delivery, and supporting the professional growth of engineers and designers.
Proven ability to develop client relationships, identify and pursue new business opportunities, and contribute to the growth of structural engineering services in a local or regional market.
Demonstrated experience in building design, renovation, rehabilitation, and construction administration, including collaboration with architects, owners, and multidisciplinary design teams.
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, structural standards, and regulatory requirements governing building design and construction.
Highly proficient in structural analysis, technical calculations, and the development of rational, efficient, and code-compliant structural solutions.
Experience with structural assessments, investigations, and retrofit strategies for existing buildings and structural systems.
Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex structural concepts clearly to engineering and non-engineering audiences and represent the practice externally.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide teams, coordinate stakeholders, build trusted client relationships, and support strategic growth initiatives.
Experience supporting proposals, interviews, fee development, and business capture strategies for structural engineering pursuits.
Works independently to provide technical direction and leadership to mid-level and senior-level team members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Proficiency with technical writing, office tools, and discipline-specific software such as ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, SAFE, Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper, AutoCAD, and other structural analysis and digital delivery platforms.
Experienced in reviewing complex technical deliverables, calculations, drawings, and specifications with a high degree of accuracy and professional judgment.
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply engineering knowledge, interpret data, and develop practical, economical, and innovative solutions.
Demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating with contractors, specialty engineers, and project teams to deliver structural solutions safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
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WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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