Senior Structural Department Leader & SEOR

Energy Jobline ZR; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible benefits

Opportunity to shape firm future

Job summary

HCL Engineering & Surveying LLC in Centennial, Colorado, seeks a licensed Professional Engineer with 14+ years of experience to lead the engineering department as a hands-on Structural Engineer of Record.

You will guide strategy, budgets, and project profitability, supervise project managers, and strengthen client relationships while delivering high‑quality, on‑time, and on‑budget projects across building types and public infrastructure.

Qualifications

• PE licensure and 14+ years of engineering experience.
• At least 5 years as a Project Manager; SE licensure a plus.
• Hands-on design for aviation, schools, municipal facilities, and public infrastructure.
• Proficient with RAM, RISA3D, ENERCALC, TEDDS, and Revit.
• Experience with both existing building renovation and new construction, including airports.
• Proven ability to drive project profitability and department-wide financial performance.
• Strong budgeting, staffing, utilization, and resource allocation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers.
• Serve as Structural Engineer of Record (SEOR), including QC and constructability reviews.
• Review project specifications and coordinate Construction Administration with the Project Manager.
• Own the financial performance and profitability of all projects within the department.
• Develop and manage department budgets, staffing plans, and utilization targets.
• Make go/no-go decisions on new opportunities and assign projects strategically.
• Ensure all projects meet established technical, quality, budget, and schedule standards.
• Oversee billing, AR, and margin protection across the department.
• Strengthen client relationships and pursue repeat and new work opportunities.
• Implement department objectives aligned with firm-wide strategy.
• Support contract development, proposal preparation, and negotiation.

Skills

PE licensure

14+ years experience

Project Manager - SE

RAM / RISA3D / ENERCALC / TEDDS / Revi

Airport projects experience

Budgeting & profitability

Staffing & mentoring

Leadership & communication

Job description

HCL Engineering & Surveying LLC in Centennial, Colorado, seeks a licensed Professional Engineer with 14+ years of experience to lead the engineering department as a hands-on Structural Engineer of Record.

You will guide strategy, budgets, and project profitability, supervise project managers, and strengthen client relationships while delivering high‑quality, on‑time, and on‑budget projects across building types and public infrastructure.