Senior Engineer & New York Office Director

Ctl-Group; Lloyd's Corners (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

CTLGroup seeks a Senior Engineer & Office Director to lead our New York office. This dual role combines high-level technical leadership with strategic business development, overseeing projects, mentoring staff, and representing the firm in the NY market.

The position requires PE license in NY, a civil/structural engineering background, and 10+ years of leadership experience in the AEC industry. Competitive compensation is offered with bonuses and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's preferred.
• PE license in New York is required.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering and leadership experience in AEC.
• Proven track record in managing projects and developing clients.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to balance technical work with office management and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and review design and engineering work on civil/structural projects.
• Ensure technical accuracy, quality control, and compliance with local codes.
• Provide guidance on complex engineering challenges as SME.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Direct daily operations of the New York office.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff in engineering and admin roles.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture and growth.
• Implement policies, procedures, and initiatives at the office level.
• Build and maintain client relationships to support repeat business.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in NY region.
• Represent the firm at events and professional organizations.
• Prepare proposals, qualifications packages, and client presentations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York

10+ years of engineering/leadership experience in AEC

Proven track record in project management and client development

Leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to balance technical and office management responsibilities

Job description

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Full Time Management New York, NY, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1094

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $175,000.00 Annually

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Engineer & Office Director to lead our New York office. This dual role combines high-level technical expertise with strategic leadership and business development. The successful candidate will oversee office operations, manage engineering projects, mentor staff, and serve as the primary representative of the firm in the New York market.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Lead, manage, and review design and engineering work on civil/structural projects.

Ensure technical accuracy, quality control, and compliance with local codes and standards.

Provide guidance on complex engineering challenges and serve as a subject-matter expert.

Oversee project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

Direct and manage day-to-day operations of the New York office.

Supervise, mentor, and develop engineering and administrative staff.

Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that supports employee growth.

Implement company policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives at the office level.

Business Development & Client Relations

Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business and referrals.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the New York region.

Represent the firm at industry events, networking opportunities, and professional organizations.

Prepare and present proposals, qualifications packages, and client presentations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York required.

10+ years of progressive engineering and leadership experience in the AEC industry.

Proven track record of successful project management and client development.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to balance technical project responsibilities with office management and business growth.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.

Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

A supportive, team-oriented culture with entrepreneurial flexibility.

Who we are:

We are CTLGroup, a team of engineers, architects, scientists, and consultants who are seasoned technical experts possessing unparalleled experience, knowledge, and testing proficiency in structures and materials. Our integrated team is backed by one of the most sophisticated commercial structural and building materials laboratories in the United States. Whether providing technical consultation, conducting laboratory studies, performing failure investigations, or offering expert testimony, we aim to solve our clients' problems and assist in achieving their objectives. Beyond delivering mere data, our team provides a foundation of confidence upon which our clients can build.

*This job description describes the general nature of the position. The above declarations are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, skills and abilities required to do the job. CTLGroup provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws