Midwest Area Director, Structural Engineering

Halliwell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Halliwell Engineering Associates, founded in 1954, is a leading forensic engineering and construction consulting firm serving insurance, legal, and government sectors across the Midwest. The Area Director will oversee evaluation of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures, mentor staff, and grow client relationships in the region.

The role requires a licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois with 10+ years of experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to travel ~20% within

Qualifications

• Licensed Structural Engineer (S.E.) in Illinois.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural analysis and design of buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, etc.
• BS degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture.
• MS degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate the condition and potential cause of distress to a wide range of structural buildings and facilities.
• Perform field investigations of site conditions and subsequent analyses of structural components.
• Produce written reports detailing findings of investigations, including conceptual repair recommendations.
• Manage and mentor engineering staff and develop client relationships within the region.
• Develop client relationships within the region and bring in existing and new clients within the industry.

Skills

License

MS Office

Structural analysis software

Drafting

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture

MS in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture (plus)

Tools

Structural analysis software

Drafting software

Job description

Halliwell Engineering Associates, founded in 1954, is a leading forensic engineering and construction consulting firm serving insurance, legal, and government sectors across the Midwest. The Area Director will oversee evaluation of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures, mentor staff, and grow client relationships in the region.

The role requires a licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois with 10+ years of experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to travel ~20% within