Managing Director - Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineer

Secretariat Advisors, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed advisory firm is seeking a Managing Director to lead its Civil and Structural Engineering practice. This role involves managing client assignments, driving business development, and mentoring talented engineers. You will tackle complex engineering challenges while enhancing client performance and safety. Join a dynamic team recognized for its expertise and commitment to diversity, where your contributions will shape the future of engineering consulting. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Support

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Civil Engineering and business development.
• Proven track record in securing new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Attracting and securing new business in expert witness consulting.
• Mentoring and developing engineering staff for growth.

Skills

Business Development

Expert Report Writing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Presentation Skills

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

Job Description:

Secretariat is a world-class independent expert advisory services firm that provides expert witness, litigation support, investigative, and advisory services to top companies and leading law firms on significant litigation matters, bet-the-company disputes, and investigations.

As part of our expanding Global Engineering and Scientific consulting team, you will work at the forefront of today's most complex engineering challenges. You will analyze failures of products across various industries, including automotive, construction, consumer products, electronics, and medical devices. Secretariat leverages diverse technical expertise and industry knowledge to provide clients with solutions that enhance performance and safety.

Secretariat is a diversified international expert services firm with over 500 professionals in more than 20 cities worldwide. Recently, it was ranked as the #1 firm in Global Arbitration Review's GAR 100 Expert Witness Firms' Power Index, with more than 90% of its experts recognized as leaders in their field by Who's Who Legal.

This Managing Director role encompasses managing client assignments, networking, and business development activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attracting and securing new business opportunities in expert witness and strategic consulting
• Growing Secretariat’s Civil and Structural Engineering practice by recruiting talented staff
• Mentoring and developing engineering staff
• Providing project management and oversight of project budgets

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven track record in business development and an existing client base
• Professional degrees and approximately 10 years of relevant experience, including:
• PhD in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Civil or Structural Engineer in the US or equivalent in other countries
• Experience testifying in deposition, trial, arbitration, or hearings
• Strong expert report writing skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills
• Desire to lead and contribute to a growing practice within a dynamic firm

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and support professional development.