Senior Structural Engineer | Cincinnati, OH

IMEG; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 119,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEG in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead project teams and manage complex design efforts. You will collaborate with business development, executives and staff to shape scopes, fees, proposals and contract reviews, while guiding schedules and deliverables.

You will mentor staff, maintain client relationships, and ensure designs comply with IMEG and owner standards, with an emphasis on quality control and timely construction support.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
• MS in Structural Engineering preferred.
• PE license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, oversee and manage projects of varying size and complexity; serve as a primary contact for teams and clients.
• Collaborate with BD staff, Executives, and Market Leaders during early project stages.
• Assist with design scopes, fee calculations, proposals and contract reviews.
• Create project schedules with milestones and deadlines.
• Prepare monthly billings and update billing projections and completion percentages.
• Ensure designs meet owner, IMEG, and code standards; support QC and construction in timely fashion.
• Lead meetings, coordinate design phases, and document outcomes.
• Engage in project interviews and presentations; respond to client concerns and manage change orders.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff; build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Project coordination

Client relationship management

Proposal development

Billing & forecasting

Team leadership

Effective communication

Education

B.S. in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

M.S. in Structural Engineering preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 3000 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability.

IMEG is growing, and we’d love to have you join our team! We are currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in our Cincinnati, OH office. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will:

• Coordinate, oversee and manage projects ranging in size and complexity; Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients
• Collaborate with business development staff, Project Executives, Client Executives, and Market Directors/Leaders during the initial stages of project opportunities
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work and fee calculations for proposal generation as well as with contract reviews
• Create project schedules including targets for milestones and deadlines
• Create monthly billings and submit financial information to Accounting in a timely manner; Update billing projections and estimated completion percentage for all projects monthly
• Ensure design follows owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards and code requirements; Ensure design milestone deliverables are achieved, IMEG and client quality control processes are completed, and construction technical support occurs in a timely manner
• Collaborate with design staff and coordinate scheduling of projects during all phases of design and construction; Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation.
• Participate in project interviews and project presentations
• Respond to and resolve client/construction concerns. Manage change orders and obtain appropriate approvals
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff
• Build, maintain, and develop client relationships

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or
• equivalent, required
• Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 10 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Why Join Us

At IMEG, people are our priority — with a solid focus on career growth, work-life balance, and making a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we combine the resources of a national design leader with the supportive culture of a local office. You’ll work alongside colleagues from diverse disciplines, contribute to innovative and sustainable projects, and help shape the communities we serve. Join a team where ideas are welcomed, professional development is supported, and every contribution makes a difference.

Structural Team Highlights

• Design high-performance structures in a variety of markets, including industrial facilities, hospitals, multi-family & mixed use, universities, K-12 schools, and government buildings, with projects of all sizes in each market.
• Apply cutting-edge strategies to reduce embodied carbon and support net-zero goals in educational buildings.
• Work with a team of 400+ structural professionals in a people-centered, 100% employee-owned firm that values innovation, ownership, and growth.
• Leverage 3D modeling, seismic retrofitting, and life cycle carbon analysis to deliver cost-effective, constructible solutions.
• Contribute to nationally recognized projects like West Virginia University’s Reynolds Hall — named 2023’s Most Outstanding Project by DVASE.

Location

Cincinnati, OH

Columbus, OH

Salary Range $119,000 - $178,000. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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