Bridge Structure Practice Lead, West Region

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

URC Wilson & Company, Inc. is seeking a Structures Bridge Regional Practice Lead in Phoenix, AZ, responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Structures practice across the West Region. The role involves mentoring project managers, managing financial performance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of structural engineering leadership experience and a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. The position offers an annual salary range of $150,000 - $200,000+ based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in structural engineering leadership.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Established relationships within the structures and infrastructure industries.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and oversee structures practice leads and project managers.
• Manage team utilization and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality policies.
• Support sales goals and business development strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Financial Management

Collaboration

Project Delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Overview

Wilson & Company is seeking a Structures Bridge Regional Practice Lead to provide strategic and operational leadership for our Structures practice across the West Region. This position reports directly to the Senior Operations VP and plays a key role in technical excellence, staff development, financial performance, and strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, collaborate with, and oversee structures practice leads and project managers within the West Region.
• Manage team utilization, backlog, and financial performance in alignment with company goals.
• Monitor pursuit pipeline and operational labor backlog to ensure balance between workload and staffing.
• Collaborate across offices and practice areas to promote cross‑discipline integration and shared success.
• Implement and ensure compliance with firm‑wide safety and quality policies.
• Communicate transparently and proactively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Provide ongoing mentoring, training, and development opportunities for project teams.
• Ensure intentional staffing, recruitment, and retention goals are achieved in coordination with regional leadership.
• Actively manage and support project delivery with technical oversight and quality assurance.
• Support sales goals, marketing efforts, and business development strategies for the regional structures practice.
• Engage and collaborate with the Marketing Team to support pursuits, proposals, and sector visibility.
• Accurately maintain project and client data in Vantagepoint CRM.
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships to grow Wilson’s structures presence in the region.
• Represent Wilson in professional organizations and at key conferences and industry events.
• Ensure consistent implementation of Quality Control Standards across all projects.
• Maintain visibility within the region through regular site visits, client meetings, and team engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in structural engineering leadership or practice management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses to support regional growth.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team‑building abilities.
• Demonstrated success managing financial performance, utilization, and project delivery.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills.
• Established relationships within the structures and infrastructure industries to support continued business growth.
• Professional demeanor and ability to engage effectively at all levels within and outside the organization.

Location & Compensation

Job Location: Phoenix, AZ. This position is based in one of the Rocky Mountain Region offices and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work. Frequent travel is required for regional leadership and client engagement. Annual Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000+ (depending on experience). Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

EEO Statement

Wilson & Company is a proud EEO employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.