Senior Structural Engineer

LVI Associates; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Career Development Opportunities

Leadership Exposure

Mentorship Opportunities

Family-Oriented Team Environment

Job summary

LVI Associates in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects and mentor engineers on a diverse portfolio including infrastructure, energy, water, industrial, and commercial assignments. The role emphasizes client relationship management, technical leadership, and project ownership from concept to construction.

Qualified candidates will hold a PE license with 7+ years of structural experience, strong knowledge of AISC/ACI standards, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• PE license required or clearly demonstrated eligibility.
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience relevant to infrastructure, water, energy, or transportation sectors.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships across multiple projects.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, AISC and ACI standards.
• Experience with steel, concrete, and industrial structures; mentoring skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and utility projects.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources; coordinate with architects, contractors, and owners.
• Review calculations, reports, and construction documents for accuracy and code compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers; support business development and client relationships.
• Lead projects from concept through construction completion and drive quality control.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring engineers

Client relationship management

Structural analysis

Communication

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Are you a licensed Structural Engineer who enjoys leading projects, mentoring engineers, and building long-term client relationships while working on meaningful infrastructure projects that directly impact communities?

A growing, employee-focused civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its Kansas City team. With nearly 40 years of success, the firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across water infrastructure, energy, transportation, commercial, multifamily, industrial, and public-sector projects. The company operates with a "Commitment, Collaboration, and Cooperation" mindset and has developed a strong reputation throughout Missouri and Kansas.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Kansas City, MO $110,000 - $140,000 Base + Bonus + Strong Leadership Track

• $110,000 - $140,000 base salary
• Strong bonus potential
• Direct access to company leadership
• Clear pathway into department leadership
• Diverse project portfolio spanning infrastructure, energy, water, industrial, and commercial sectors
• Family-oriented culture with exceptional employee support
• Significant project ownership and client exposure
• Opportunity to mentor and develop younger engineers
• Established firm with 1,300+ completed projects and nearly 40 years of success

The Opportunity

This position combines technical engineering, project management, mentoring, and client-facing responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Structural design and analysis for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and utility projects
• Managing project schedules, budgets, and resources
• Reviewing calculations, reports, and construction documents
• Coordinating with architects, contractors, owners, and engineering teams
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers
• Participating in quality control and code compliance reviews
• Supporting business development and client relationship management
• Leading projects from concept through construction completion

Ideal Background

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience
• Experience managing projects and client relationships
• Strong knowledge of building codes, AISC and ACI standards
• Experience with steel, concrete, infrastructure, or industrial structures
• Desire to mentor and develop younger engineers
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Career Development Opportunities
• Leadership Exposure
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Family-Oriented Team Environment

Culture

This is a firm where people genuinely enjoy working together. Leadership promotes a collaborative, family-focused environment where engineers are trusted with responsibility, encouraged to think creatively, and given opportunities to grow into future leaders. The company is committed to serving both its clients and local communities through thoughtful engineering solutions that make a lasting impact.