Senior Project Manager, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 141,440 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick leave, Holidays)

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Project Manager with at least 12 years of experience. The role involves leading structural engineering projects, performing analysis and design across various materials, and managing all project phases from proposal to client interaction. Candidates must hold an MS in Civil or Structural Engineering and have a California Structural Engineer licensure. The position offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in structural analysis and design.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with accountability and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering services focusing on design and rehabilitation.
• Perform structural analysis and design tasks across various materials.
• Manage projects from proposal through financial tracking and business development.

Skills

Structural analysis and design

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

MS in Civil or Structural Engineering

California Structural Engineer licensure

Tools

ETABS

SAP

RISA

RAM

SAFE

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Los Angeles Structures Division

We are looking to hire a Senior Project Manager with a minimum of 12 years of industry experience to lead structural engineering services with an emphasis on new design, repair, and rehabilitation of constructed works and investigation and performance evaluation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Performing a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures. • Preparing drawings and calculation packages, and writing reports. • Supervising and coordinating large or multiple smaller engineering projects with complex features. • Managing projects from proposal writing and budgeting through financial tracking, client management, and business development.

What You’ll Need

• 12+ years of experience in structural analysis and design of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood‑frame structures
• MS in Civil or Structural Engineering required
• California Structural Engineer licensure required
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly
• Problem‑solving ability with strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Team‑oriented mindset and ability to work successfully with others toward shared goals
• Project management skills for managing projects of various sizes from inception to completion
• Accountability and responsibility, ability to meet deadlines and take independent initiative
• Enthusiasm, passion, and desire for continued learning of new ideas and concepts
• Familiarity with computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report

Benefits Overview

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Short and Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Empathy Bereavement SupportPre‑tax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation

Salary range: $141,440—$176,800 USD. Base salary is part of SGH’s industry leading total compensation package including base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible, or you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.