Construction Engineering Project Manager – Structural Growth Leader

Degenkolb Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 153,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Employee ownership in private stock

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers is seeking a Construction Engineering Project Manager in Los Angeles/Orange County to lead CE projects, drawing on core structural engineering expertise. You will collaborate with contractors on diverse, fast-paced building initiatives and shepherd the CE practice in a growth-focused role.

The ideal candidate will bring 8–12 years in CE, a CA PE license or SE preference, and a track record of mentoring staff and winning work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering is required.
• 8–12 years of relevant construction engineering experience.
• California Civil Engineer license required; Structural Engineer in CA preferred.
• Ability to supervise staff and collaborate with contractors.
• Business development experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Grow the Construction Engineer Practice Area in the office region and build CE relationships with contractors.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage CE projects including steel erection, excavation shoring, and connection design.
• Oversee junior staff in producing structural construction documents and bid packages.
• Prepare client proposals with scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Maintain relationships with clients to generate repeat CE work.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Construction engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering preferred

Tools

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Degenkolb Engineers is seeking a Construction Engineering Project Manager in Los Angeles/Orange County to lead CE projects, drawing on core structural engineering expertise. You will collaborate with contractors on diverse, fast-paced building initiatives and shepherd the CE practice in a growth-focused role.

The ideal candidate will bring 8–12 years in CE, a CA PE license or SE preference, and a track record of mentoring staff and winning work.