Job Description

Overview

A structural engineering practice is seeking a Structural Project Manager to lead building projects and support a collaborative team in California. The practice serves education, healthcare, residential, commercial, and community recreation clients, with a strong emphasis on public school and community college work.

Position Description

This hands-on leadership role combines structural design, project management, and client coordination. You will guide multiple projects, mentor supporting engineers, and work directly with firm leadership to develop practical, well-coordinated solutions.

The position is full-time and primarily on-site in West Sacramento or Arroyo Grande, California, with flexible scheduling and travel to project sites as needed. Potential hybrid flexibility may be discussed after onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis, design, and construction documentation for several projects at a time.
• Direct and review the work of design engineers, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Manage DSA and HCAI submissions, coordinate review comments, and advance projects toward approval.
• Maintain clear communication with architects, contractors, school districts, and project stakeholders.
• Work with principals on proposals, fees, schedules, and staffing needs.
• Oversee construction administration, including shop drawings, RFI responses, and site observations.
• Review project deliverables for quality, structural safety, and design accuracy.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, or architectural engineering.
• Current California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5–10 years of structural engineering experience in building design, including project leadership.
• Structural Engineer (SE) licensure or active pursuit of licensure is preferred.
• DSA or HCAI project experience is preferred.
• Design experience with wood, steel, concrete, and masonry structures.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, RISA, and Excel for relevant design, documentation, and analysis tasks.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients and project teams.
• Ability to work on-site and travel to job sites as needed.

Professional Growth & Benefits

The role offers project ownership, access to experienced principals, opportunities to expand technical expertise, and room for advancement as the practice grows. Engineers are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve project delivery and team workflows.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance reimbursement; an employer-matched retirement plan; paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; discretionary merit-based bonuses; paid overtime at the normal salary rate; flexible scheduling; and support for courses, certifications, and workshops.

Bring your structural expertise to projects that serve communities while growing your leadership skills in a collaborative practice. Apply today with your resumé to learn more.