Senior Project Manager/Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Dallas, TX is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer. The role focuses on executing structural engineering tasks, developing drawings, and ensuring code compliance across projects.

You will collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and manage production schedules. Ideal candidates have 15+ years of industry experience and a Professional Engineer license, with a strong interest in technical, production, and managerial growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Strong interest in developing technical, production, and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Executes structural engineering tasks as directed by senior staff.
• Develops structural drawings, Revits, and reports.
• Applies building code provisions and material standards.
• Maintains awareness of project production schedule.
• Reviews tasks for accuracy and completeness.
• Assists in submittals, RFIs, and field responses.
• Facilitates coordination with other disciplines.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Leadership ability

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Description

Project

• Executes the structural engineering tasks assigned or as otherwise directed by senior engineering staff
• Develops structural drawings, Revit models and reports
• Assists project team in applying building code provisions and interpreting material design standards
• Maintains awareness of the production schedule for responsible task(s)
• Reviews completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy and completeness
• Performs administration tasks during the construction of a project as assigned by senior engineering staff including submittal review and responses to field questions
• Assists in communicating with other disciplines and project team members to ensure overall project coordination
• Participates in team and company-wide meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues

Principles

• Performs work in a manner that demonstrates an appreciation for the firm’s cultural values, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and respect for co-workers and colleagues
• Becomes skilled in fostering and maintaining a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Fosters awareness of the firm’s principles of providing outstanding professional service to our clients
• Demonstrates strong interest in sustainability in the construction industry

Financial

• Familiar with project budgets and fees
• Understands the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time

Revenue or Opportunity Generation

• Fosters awareness of the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development

You Will Be a Great Fit If

• You have 15+ years of industry experience
• You are a Professional Engineer
• You indicate a strong interest in developing technical, production and managerial skills.

Skills/abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership ability and entrepreneurial spirit

Location

Dallas, Texas (Hybrid)

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

Benefits

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, 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/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.