Project Director (Civil Engineering / Architecture) - Los Angeles, California

MissionHires; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (PPO)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Simple IRA with up to 3% match

Job summary

MissionHires is looking for a California-licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to serve as Project Director. The role involves leading forensic investigations and conducting condition assessments, construction observations, and deliver quality analytical reports.

The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of experience in building envelope, civil, or structural design. Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff and collaborating with project teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a Simple IRA match.

Qualifications

• Registered Architect or Licensed Engineer in California.
• 3–10 years of experience in building envelope design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Autodesk Revit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on investigations and observations in construction settings.
• Document distress and collect test samples during fieldwork.
• Prepare structural and architectural documentation including drawings and reports.

Skills

Building envelope design

Civil design

Structural design

Technical writing

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Revit

Education

Registered Architect or Licensed Civil/Structural Engineer in California

Job description

MissionHires is seeking a California-licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to serve as Project Director, leading hands‑on forensic investigations, condition assessments, repair design, and construction observations. This role interfaces with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams, delivers high-quality technical analyses and reports, mentors junior staff, and contributes to BIM and construction documentation. On‑site field work, travel, and work at heights and in varied outdoor conditions are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations, including documenting distress and collecting test samples
• Conduct field testing and gather data using digital instrumentation and imaging tools
• Research construction documents (modern and historic), governing codes, and design guidelines to support analysis, problem-solving, and repair design
• Complete analyses using a combination of analysis software applications and hand calculationsAssist with Building Information Modeling (Autodesk Revit) and prepare conceptual, preliminary, and final deliverables
• Produce structural and architectural construction drawings, specifications, written reports, and presentations
• Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other engineering disciplines
• Assume responsibility for key project aspects and supervise/mentor junior staff during field and office tasks
• Support construction observations and quality assurance during implementation of repairs
• Maintain accurate field records, photographs, test data, and documentation for reporting

Requirements

• Registered Architect or Licensed Civil/Structural Engineer in California
• 3–10 years of experience in building envelope design, civil design, and/or structural design
• Ability to work daily in the Home Office located in a satellite office
• Proven technical writing ability and strong verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in or enthusiastic to learn Autodesk Revit
• Willingness to take on new and unexpected challenges
• Physical ability to supervise and mentor junior staff during field investigations
• Ability to attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites
• Ability to perform inspections of buildings and structures visually and with instruments
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes and at heights
• Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment
• Ability to read construction drawings, diagrams, printed materials, and computer screens
• Ability to clearly record data and write report passages and correspondence
• Ability to travel as needed
• Understanding of, and adherence to, safety training for workplace and construction hazards
• Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other PPE
• Ability to safely work in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations
• Valid US Driver’s License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle

Benefits

• Health Insurance (PPO)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Simple IRA with up to 3% match