Director of Structural Engineering

Management Recruiters of Zionsville; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Director of Structural Engineering to lead their Structural Team in Indianapolis. This role is pivotal, combining leadership, client engagement, and project management. You will oversee strategic initiatives, manage resources, and foster client relationships while guiding your team towards professional growth. If you are a proactive leader with a strong work ethic and a passion for structural engineering, this opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic firm is perfect for you. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will significantly impact the firm's success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Licensed Structural Engineer with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Structural Team and drive client development.
• Mentor team members and manage project challenges.
• Act as Principal in Charge for key client accounts.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Director of Structural Engineering

Full-service Indianapolis Architecture & Engineering firm is looking for a visionary leader to join their team as a Director of Structural Engineering.

Responsibilities:

As the Director of Structural Engineering, you will be a key leader within the firm, responsible for driving client development, overseeing strategic leadership initiatives, and managing the Structural Team. Your role will involve guiding the pursuit of new client opportunities and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, acting as the Principal in Charge for key accounts, and addressing project challenges as they arise. You will supervise the Structural Team, analyzing staffing needs from Project Managers and allocating resources effectively to meet project demands. Additionally, you will mentor your team, setting professional development and training goals to foster growth. Often, you will take on a secondary role as a Senior Project Manager, leading complex projects to ensure successful outcomes. This position is a blend of leadership, client engagement, and project management, crucial for advancing the goals of our Structural Team and contributing to the firm's overall success. Participate and contribute to the Company’s leadership team to resolve company-wide issues and help develop the strategic direction of the firm.

• Work with firm leaders and Project Managers to ensure staff resource allocation on all task/project needs are met.
• Act as Principal in Charge (PIC) for select clients to create and foster client relationships.
• Assess and evaluate potential business opportunities, and make professional recommendations to the Executive Team on those opportunities.
• Develop and lead capture plans for identified PIC clients.
• Provide input to Executive Team on appropriate staffing levels; suggests new hire/termination.
• Leads the interview process for assigned new hires.
• Supervisor for assigned team to include semi-annual regular reviews, Professional development plan and administrative oversight.
• Primary resource allocator for assigned team.
• Create and implement a staff training/development plan for assigned team.
• Recommend salary adjustments and bonuses for assigned staff.
• Responsible for implementing Personal Improvement Plans (PIP) for their assigned staff if needed.
• Participate and contribute to both the company’s Executive Leadership (strategic) and Leadership Council (operational) to address issues and help develop the direction of the firm.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Licensed as a Structural Engineer.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Proven experience preparing responses to detailed requests for proposals (RFPs) and high-quality marketing materials.
• Proactive and assertive in problem solving.
• Experience managing parallel assignments.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and a drive to excel.
• A desire to grow professionally.
• Trustworthy with confidential personnel/company information.
• Detail oriented.

For more information, please submit a confidential resume to [e-mail].

Amy Tischer
1531 W Oak Street
Zionsville, IN 46077

Visit our website at www.mriz.net.

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Keywords: Civil, Structural, Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Structural Project Manager, Team Lead, Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Sr. Project Manager, Director, Leader, Lead

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