Principal Structural Engineer

The Senior Structural Project Manager leads multidisciplinary building projects for our federal healthcare and defense clients (e.g., VA, USACE, Air Force). From planning through construction closeout, this role will own scope, schedule, budget, provide technical direction, seal structural deliverables, and develop their teammates. This role blends structural design expertise with leadership skills that align with our company culture and core values.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute multiple large/complex projects; define WBS, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans.

Lead multidiscipline coordination (Arch/MEP/Fire/Civil/Specialty) and facilitate milestone reviews (35/65/95/IFC).

Direct production in Revit and complete structural analysis in RISA; set modeling standards, views/sheets, and model QA workflows.

Stamp structural documents; ensure conformance with IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318/301, AISC 360/341, TMS 402/602, UFC/UFGS as applicable.

Oversee contractor submittals, RFIs, ASIs, change orders, and field observations; resolve site issues rapidly.

Primary client interface for scope/fee negotiations, risk and change management, and satisfaction.

Support capture and proposals (SOQs, scopes, level-of-effort, interview coaching); represent at VA/Federal conferences and professional societies.

Technical Expertise

Serve as structural SME for complex systems (steel, concrete, CMU, foundations, lateral/diaphragm systems), progressive collapse checks, anchorage, and connections.

Lead and coordinate blast resistant design and AT/FP criteria (e.g., UFC 3?340?02, ASCE 59) with specialty consultants. Drive internal standards, detail libraries, calculation templates, and lessons Learned to reduce rework.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (with structural emphasis)

Preferred SE license; active PE in Texas (or ability to obtain)

Preferred NCEES Record (or ability to acquire quickly)

12–18+ years of experience, 8+ years leading multidiscipline building projects; demonstrated success delivering Federal/healthcare projects on time and within budget.

Proficiency managing projects produced in Revit (review Level) and RISA (analysis/design).

Mastery of IBC/ASCE 7/ACI/AISC; familiarity with UFC/UFGS for Federal work.

Excellent written/oral communication; ability to successfully facilitate meetings, write concise narratives, and present to executive stakeholders.

Additional Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Blast design and/or coordination experience (UFC , ASCE 59) or direct work with blast consultants.

Experience with VA Technical Information Library (TIL) criteria and Federal acquisition environment (FAR/IDIQ task orders).

Working knowledge of RISA Connection, Tekla Tedds (or equivalent), RAM/ETABS/SAP for special cases.

Experience mentoring and developing PMs/PEs; establishing QA/QC checklists and BIM standards.

Working Conditions

In-office role at Houston office with flexible work environment and schedule.

Occasional site visits, client meetings, and out of town travel.

Must meet access and safety requirements for Federal medical/defense facilities; valid driver’s license and ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Candidates must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship by the company, either currently or in the future.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary with performance bonus potential

100% of the employee’s healthcare, dental, and vision premiums, and offers partially paid coverage for spouses and families

401(k) with company match

Flexible paid time off and paid company recognized holidays

Hybrid schedule with ability to work from home

Generous parental leave

Support for professional development, including membership in professional organizations, licensure fees, and renewals

Educational Assistance Program

One on one professional development and coaching continual learning program and Project Management Training Program

Monthly teambuilding events and weekly social activities; Family friendly events