Project Manager - Structural

Larson Engineering, Inc.; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability

401k

ESOP

S-125 Plan

PTO

Holiday Pay and Flex Time

Job summary

Larson Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager – Structural to lead complex engineering projects across multiple offices. You will develop plans, manage scope, schedule and budget, and serve as the primary client contact while mentoring junior staff.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, have 10+ years of engineering experience, and proven ability to coordinate across teams. This employee-owned firm values passion, integrity, respect, and teamwork in delivering quality projects.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• 10+ years of engineering experience.
• Proven project management and cross-team coordination experience.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple office locations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates multiple projects with moderate complexity, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality are met.
• Develops project plans and oversees execution by project teams.
• Performs construction administration and supports project delivery through all phases.
• Maintains client relationships and supports business development efforts.
• Prepares fee proposals and guides junior engineers through day-to-day activities.
• Monitors project financial performance and coordinates receivables.
• Conducts existing condition evaluations and prepares technical reports.
• Ensures compliance with design safety standards and company expectations.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Position Overview

The Project Manager – Structuralapplies advanced and diversified knowledge of engineering principles across a broad range of assignments, making independent decisions on technical problems and methods. This person utilizes and adapts advanced techniques while extending established theories and practices within the field. They effectively interpret client needs from limited information, resolve most project-related issues, and build strong relationships to serve as a primary contact for multiple clients.

The Project Manager reports to the Department Manager and actively supports business development efforts to attract and engage new clients.

At Larson, how we work matters as much as what we deliver. We look for individuals who consistently demonstrate Passion, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork in every interaction.

Why Join Us

• Employee-owned company where your work directly impacts employee value


• Opportunity to be a part of a growing organization with a strong foundation


• Collaborative, mission-driven teams which support meaningful projects

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates multiple projects or large projects with moderate complexity, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, budget, and quality


• Develops project plans, scope, and criteria, and oversees execution by project teams


• Performs construction administration activities and supports project delivery through all phases


• Maintains client relationships and supports business development efforts, including networking and use of CRM/tools


• Prepares fee proposals and supports pursuit efforts with Department Manager guidance


• Supports development of junior engineers and designers through day-to-day guidance and training


• Monitors project financial performance, including budget tracking and coordination on receivables


• Conducts existing condition evaluations and prepares technical reports


• Ensures compliance with design safety standards and company expectations


• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)


• 10+ years of engineering experience


• Proven experience managing projects and coordinating work across engineering teams


• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple office locations


• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple projects of varying size and complexity


• Familiarity with construction administration and project delivery processes


• Exposure to client interaction and supporting business development efforts


• Ability to support and guide junior engineers and designers

Benefit Offerings

• Health Insurance


• Dental


• Vision


• Life Insurance & AD&D


• Disability


• 401k


• ESOP


• S-125 Plan


• PTO


• Holiday Pay and Flex Time