Associate Structural Engineer & Regional Lead (LA)

Buro Happold Limited; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Annual discretionary bonus

Generous PTO (4 weeks) and 10 holidays

401k with company match

Hybrid working & summer hours

Professional licenses reimbursements

Learning and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

Buro Happold Limited in Los Angeles seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to lead regional structural projects and support the U.S. team in winning and delivering technical solutions.

You will drive strategy, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality project delivery while advancing the firm’s long-term growth in the region. The role supports hybrid working and offers a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership of structural and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Master’s Degree.
• Licensed as PE and/or SE.
• Ability to coordinate with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive leader with client-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop the reputation of Buro Happold structural engineering as best in class across a range of sizes and project types in the region.
• Develop project proposals and fee estimates ensuring profitability, schedule, scope, and budget.
• Set an example of client care and consultancy and support regional teams.
• Represent Buro Happold at design team meetings, lead project leadership, and maintain productive client relationships across the region.
• Participate in project technical/quality reviews of specifications, reports, and drawings.
• Manage relationships with internal and external clients, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Utilize opportunities to win work and grow the team.
• Represent externally by engaging in local industry groups or events aligned with LA Structures goals.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Work-winning

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Buro Happold Limited in Los Angeles seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to lead regional structural projects and support the U.S. team in winning and delivering technical solutions.

You will drive strategy, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality project delivery while advancing the firm’s long-term growth in the region. The role supports hybrid working and offers a broad benefits package.