Area Director Forensic Structural (Remote Midwest)

Halliwell; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Life and disability insurance

Remote work flexibility

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Halliwell is a Midwest-focused engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Area Director to lead the Engineering Services practice. This licensed Structural Engineer will oversee forensic investigations, build client relationships, and mentor staff to drive growth in the region.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in structural analysis and design, a strong background in forensic engineering, and a passion for developing people while delivering exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Licensed Structural Engineer (S.E.) in Illinois.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in structural analysis and design of buildings, bridges, and/or building envelope systems.
• Experience in forensic engineering, structural failure investigations, damaged structure evaluations, and building condition assessments.
• Experience mentoring engineers and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: assess conditions and causes of distress for commercial, institutional, and industrial structures; perform field investigations and structural analyses; prepare forensic reports with findings and repair recommendations; provide expertise across the Midwest.
• Leadership & Team Development: lead, mentor, and guide engineering staff; provide ongoing technical development; foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams; support knowledge sharing.
• Client & Business Development: develop and strengthen long-term client relationships; support business development and expand Halliwell's presence in forensic engineering; represent Halliwell with professionalism.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Organizational & project management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Structural analysis software

Drafting software

Job description

Halliwell is a Midwest-focused engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Area Director to lead the Engineering Services practice. This licensed Structural Engineer will oversee forensic investigations, build client relationships, and mentor staff to drive growth in the region.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in structural analysis and design, a strong background in forensic engineering, and a passion for developing people while delivering exceptional client service.