Structural Senior Project Manager - $120,000-$150,000 (Austin, TX)

Our client, a growing structural engineering consulting firm headquartered in North Austin, is seeking a Structural Senior Project Manager to lead complex structural engineering projects from design through construction. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys managing projects, mentoring engineers, building client relationships, and driving business growth.

This position offers a clear path toward increased leadership responsibility and potential future departmental leadership.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Serve as the Engineer of Record for assigned projects.
• Lead structural engineering projects from planning through construction completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Oversee the preparation and production of construction documents.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of engineering documents and calculations.

Team Leadership

• Mentor and develop engineers and design staff.
• Provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Foster collaboration and continuous professional growth within the team.
• Support workload planning and resource allocation across projects.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Prepare and present fee proposals for prospective projects.
• Support business development efforts through networking, relationship building, and client outreach.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and new project opportunities.

Technical Expertise

• Collaborate with architects, contractors, owners, and design teams.
• Stay current with industry standards, building codes, and engineering best practices.
• Support innovative and efficient structural design solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• SE license is a plus.
• 10+ years of structural engineering design experience.
• Proven project management experience within consulting engineering.
• Experience managing multiple projects and project teams simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, design methodologies, and construction practices.
• Experience with:
  • Revit
  • RAM Structural System
  • RISA
  • Other structural analysis and design software
• Strong knowledge of:
  • IBC
  • AISC
  • ACI
  • Applicable industry standards and codes

What We're Looking For

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project teams.
• Business development mindset and relationship-building skills.
• High level of accountability and professionalism.
• Ability to build trust with clients and internal teams.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Continuing Education Support
• Career Growth and Leadership Advancement Opportunities

Why Apply?

• $120,000-$150,000 annual salary
• Direct-hire opportunity
• Leadership role with significant client interaction
• Opportunity to serve as Engineer of Record on complex projects
• Clear advancement path into senior leadership
• Collaborative and growing organization
• Strong project portfolio across multiple market sectors

Apply Today

If you're a licensed Structural Engineer with a passion for project leadership, client development, and mentoring engineering teams, apply on our website and send your resume to Express Austin SW today!