Senior Structural Engineer | Commercial and Institutional Buildings

CareerPoint Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerPoint Staffing is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for our client’s New York team. You will lead large, complex structural design projects as project manager or lead engineer, directing analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems near Times Square.

You will collaborate across disciplines, perform site assessments, prepare reports, and ensure quality control while mentoring junior engineers. Travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Lead structural system analysis and design per codified standards.
• Perform site assessments and prepare detailed reports.
• Communicate technical information to clients and teams.
• Conduct in-process design reviews and QA for structural work.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead large and complex structural design projects as PM or lead engineer.
• Oversee analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines with engineers, architects and PMs.
• Mentor junior staff and support client interviews/presentations.
• Ensure safety and quality control throughout projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

PE License preferred or SE path

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer | Commercial and Institutional Buildings

Our Client:

A leading engineering, planning, and consulting firm providing innovative solutions for high-performance buildings and infrastructure. As an employee-owned company, it offers a unique culture where employees have a direct stake in the firm's success, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to long-term growth.

It's New York team focuses on complex urban interiors, base-building upgrades, and institutional and public-sector projects, delivering multidisciplinary MEP/ FP services across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and government markets. Combining the resources of a national organization with the personalized service of a local firm, the company emphasizes performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Job Description:

Searching for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our client’s growing New York team. This role will lead large and highly complex structural design projects as a project manager or lead engineer. The role provides project direction and engineering solutions. The right candidate will lead engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems and collaborating across multiple disciplines. Office based near Times square Manhattan. 4 days in-person/ 1 day Remote Fridays.

Requirements and responsibilities:

• The desired candidate will lead structural system analysis and design efforts, developing detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and standards.
• Perform site assessments and prepare detailed analysis and technical reports.
• Work with clients to understand needs, gather requirements, and communicate technical information.
• Conduct in-process design reviews and implement quality control processes for structural design
• Participate in project interviews and presentations.
• Prioritize safety and conduct work professionally, collaborating with engineers, architects, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of Structural Engineering experience required (building design consulting).
• Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path.
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles of materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involving structural systems of buildings.
• Strong training, mentoring, and leadership skills.
• Ability to perform final quality control check.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 20% of the time.
• Past experience with hotels, garage/parking work, data centers, and mixed-use residential projects across the NY/NJ markets.

Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required, specializing in buildings.

Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred or on the path to getting licensed. (having passed the SE exam). Signing and Sealing is NOT a must.