Manager, Structural Engineering

LA28 (Web); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 (Web) is seeking a Manager, Structural Engineering to lead the structural design for venues hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games. You will guide internal and external engineers across temporary infrastructure and renovations, ensuring code compliance and health and safety standards.

The role requires 5 years of structural engineering leadership, a CA PE license, and strong proficiency with Revit/AutoCAD plus Office 365 tools.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in structural engineering infrastructure design and construction.
• Accredited bachelor's degree in structural engineering.
• Experience leading diverse teams on complex infrastructure projects and managing external consultants.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering tools – Revit and AutoCAD – and collaboration tools such as Office 365, SharePoint, Smartsheet, and Autodesk Cloud.
• Experience with industry codes and standards, structural activities, and basic project management (scope, schedule, budget).
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in California.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design and development for temporary infrastructure and renovation projects.
• Analyze existing infrastructure to determine improvements and integrate designs with architects and engineers.
• Develop design guides adapting IOC requirements to local practice and prepare the structural portion of venue design books from concept through construction drawings.
• Manage review processes to milestones and oversee an installation team during operations and maintenance, ensuring Health and Safety compliance.
• Partner across Energy, Technology, Villages, Finance, and Procurement to integrate requirements and support Permitting, Risk Management, and Event Operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Infrastructure design

Code compliance

Budget & schedule

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering

PE license (CA)

Construction/project management certs

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Office 365

SharePoint

Smartsheet

Autodesk Cloud

Job description

Role Purpose

Manager, Structural Engineering – lead the structural design that makes LA28 venues safe, sound, and ready for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Guide internal and external engineers and consultants across temporary infrastructure and renovation projects, while meeting codes and Health and Safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design and development for temporary infrastructure and renovation projects.
• Analyze existing infrastructure to determine supplemental structural improvements and integrate designs with architects and engineers.
• Develop design guides adapting IOC requirements to local practice and prepare the structural portion of venue design books from concept through construction drawings.
• Manage review processes to milestones and oversee an installation team during operations and maintenance, ensuring Health and Safety compliance.
• Partner across Energy, Technology, Villages, Finance, and Procurement to integrate requirements and support Permitting, Risk Management, and Event Operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with structural engineering infrastructure design and construction.
• An accredited bachelor’s degree in structural engineering.
• Experience leading diverse teams on complex infrastructure projects and managing external consultants.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering tools – Revit and AutoCAD – and collaboration tools such as Office 360, SharePoint, Smartsheet, and Autodesk Cloud.
• Experience with key industry codes and standards, structural engineering activities, and project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, and budget).
• A Professional Engineering (PE) license in California.
• Project Management or Construction certifications.
• Experience in U.S. and California design and construction, including large events with temporary infrastructure and rigging.

What We Offer

• Real ownership of structural design across the venues that will host the Games.
• Cross‑functional exposure across Energy, Technology, Villages, and delivery partners.
• The chance to build engineering standards from the ground up on a co‑creative team.

What This Role Means for the Games

The structures you design carry athletes, broadcast, and fans – your engineering keeps a complex build safe, on schedule, and ready for a brilliant, accessible Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles‑based office. Most work is in an office setting, using computers, phones, and other equipment for extended periods. The LA28 office is an open floorplan environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle setting. Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve and may include operational responsibilities during the Games.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $155,000. The pay scale provides the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.

Accommodation

LA28 is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.