Seattle Structural Project Leader — Seismic & Mixed-Use

Holmes US; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision,

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement savings with Company

Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Pre-Tax Commuter Transit

Diversity / Inclusion programs

Job summary

Holmes US in Seattle is seeking a Structural Engineer to lead projects across a broad, mixed-use, and civic practice. Role includes seismic retrofit focus and opportunities in high-end residential work within the Residential Studio and national sports facilities team.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive technical quality, and develop client relationships in a referral-driven market. This Seattle office emphasizes balance with in-office collaboration three days per week.

Qualifications

• PE license required; SE license preferred or in active pursuit.
• 4-8+ years of structural engineering experience in a consultancy setting.
• B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Seismic design experience is core to the Pacific Northwest.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and work directly with clients.
• Strong communication skills, both in meetings and on site.
• Proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction administration.
• Develop structural solutions across concrete, steel, mass timber, and wood.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior engineers and designers on projects.
• Drive quality control and technical rigour across the portfolio.
• Contribute to business development through strong relationships and repeat work.
• Tap into the Holmes network for fire engineering, seismic expertise, and peer support.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Mentorship

Team leadership

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

RISA

Job description

Holmes US in Seattle is seeking a Structural Engineer to lead projects across a broad, mixed-use, and civic practice. Role includes seismic retrofit focus and opportunities in high-end residential work within the Residential Studio and national sports facilities team.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive technical quality, and develop client relationships in a referral-driven market. This Seattle office emphasizes balance with in-office collaboration three days per week.