Project Manager - Building Structural Engineer 10+ Years

Oates Associates, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Signing bonus

Annual bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Hybrid work

PTO

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Oates Associates, Inc. in St. Louis, MO is seeking a project manager focused on building structural engineering to lead new buildings and renovations.

You will mentor junior staff, review work for quality, and collaborate closely with clients on expansions, repairs, and stand-alone buildings ranging from $10k to $20M. The firm is 100% employee-owned, with a people-first culture and hybrid work options. Competitive compensation includes a salary of $110k-$155k plus bonuses and a full benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or architectural engineering; master's preferred.
• PE license; SE license a plus.
• 10+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• RAM, RISA, Revit; building codes IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior staff and review their work for quality and accuracy.
• Support ongoing technical growth of the team.
• Lead projects for new buildings and renovations.
• Engage with clients on expansions, repairs, renovations.
• Manage projects from $10k to $20M.

Skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/architectural engineering

Master's degree a plus

PE license

SE license a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

RAM

RISA

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build your career while making an impact within your community. Oates Associates is a 100% employee-owned civil and structural engineering firm focused on enhancing our community. We combine strong client relationships with technical expertise to turn concepts into reality.

Oates Associates offers a work environment that encourages and supports you during your career development journey. To accommodate our continued growth, we are seeking a project manager with a focus on building structural engineering to work on new building and renovation projects. This position is ideal for a structural engineer that enjoys working with clients on building expansions, repairs, renovations, and stand-alone buildings ranging from $10k to $20M. The selected candidate will also mentor junior staff, review their work for quality and accuracy, and support their ongoing technical growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or architectural engineering - master's degree is a plus
• PE license - SE license is a plus
• 10+ years of engineering experience
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, and/or masonry design
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of structural engineering software - RAM, RISA, Revit
• Working knowledge of building codes - IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC

Why Oates Associates?

• 100% employee-owned through an ESOP
• Collaborative, people-first culture
• Flexible schedules and hybrid work opportunities
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 - $155,000 annually
• Signing bonus may be offered based on experience and qualifications
• Annual bonus opportunities
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Flex-time and hybrid work options
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Health and wellness program with incentives
• Professional development support (licensure, training, conferences)
• Community involvement, company-sponsored events, and team-building activities
• Relocation assistance may be available and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

At Oates Associates, you are not just a number. You are an owner and a valued contributor. We offer the small-firm feel with big-project impact, empowering our engineers to grow their careers while shaping their communities.

As a 100% employee-owned firm through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Oates Associates is committed to personal and professional growth and long-term success.

Oates Associates is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Ready to help shape the environment in the communities we serve? Join Oates Associates to take the next step in your structural engineering career.