Director of Structural Engineering

JQOL; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

JQOL in Savannah, GA, seeks a Director of Structural Engineering to lead the Engineering Department, provide technical oversight, and drive project success. The role demands PE licensure in GA, strategic leadership, and strong mentoring of a high-performing team.

Responsibilities include managing design projects end-to-end, developing standards, and ensuring QA/QC. A bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred) and 12+ years in engineering with 5+ years in leadership are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Licensed PE in GA is required.
• Minimum 12+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• At least 5+ years in engineering leadership or management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and improvement of technical processes and standards.
• Manage design projects from start to finish with a design team.
• QA/QC and staffing to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Staff development, reviews, and mentorship.
• Timesheet review and approval; monitor workload and utilization.
• Collaborate with Technical Director for reporting and projections.
• Review monthly department billings and project proposals.

Skills

CAD/Revit modeling

Plan sheets & details

Engineering calculations

Analysis models/software

Technical writing

Self-task management

Client meetings

Mentoring team

Project management

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in GA

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

Director of Structural Engineering | GA

Location: Savannah, GA

Position Summary

The Director of Structural Engineering is responsible for leading the Engineering Department and ensuring the successful delivery of all engineering projects. This role provides strategic leadership through technical oversight, operational management, employee development, financial accountability, and business development. As a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), the Director serves as both a technical expert and department leader, driving project success while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.

Key Abilities

• CAD/Revit modeling.
• Production of plan sheets, details, and exhibits.
• Strong understanding of design concepts and competition of engineering calculations.
• Understands analysis models and software capabilities.
• Technical writing.
• Strong Self-task management. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Prioritizing tasks.
• Completing tasks within the indicated timeframe.
• Updating the overseeing Senior Engineer or Engineering Director on progress.
• Attend and participate in client meetings.
• Teaches design concepts to less experienced team members.
• Delegates project tasks to less experienced team members and checks their work.
• Can complete project from start to finish. This includes the design of the project, production of construction drawings, coordination with other disciplines, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the development and improvement of technical processes and standards.
• In collaboration with Technical Director
• Overall project management success on all design projects for team.
• Includes QAQC and teaming management to ensure on time delivery and quality.
• Staff development and progression. This includes:
• Employee reviews.
• Employee mentorship.
• Timesheet review and approval.
• Track and manage employee workload and review employee utilization.
• In collaboration with Technical Director
• Work with Technical Director for accurate reporting on projections.
• Review monthly department billings and work with the Technical Director to ensure accuracy.
• Work with the Technical Director to develop and review project proposals.Manage design projects by leading a design team.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required (Georgia).
• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• 5+ years in an engineering leadership or management role.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of engineering design principles, codes, and industry standards.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Proficiency with engineering design software (AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, or discipline-specific software).
• Strong financial, project management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to mentor teams while balancing strategic and operational priorities.

Why Join Our Team?

• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing engineering department.
• Unlimited professional growth and leadership opportunities.
• Flexible work schedule and healthy work-life balance.
• Collaborative, supportive, and employee-focused culture.
• Exciting projects with meaningful community impact.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.