Senior Structural Engineer: Lead Projects & Mentorship

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Washington; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & Holiday Pay

Comprehensive Benefits: health, dental

401(k) with 3% Contribution

Mentorship programs

Paid Exams and Licensure Support

Flexible scheduling: core hours 8:30-4

Paid Parking

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced structural engineer to lead projects from proposal through construction closeout. You will manage scope, schedule, and budgets while coordinating a multi-disciplinary team and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes mentorship and professional growth within a collaborative, office-based environment with opportunities to work on meaningful projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive structural engineering design experience, including project ownership, client interaction, and construction administration experience.
• Experience developing project proposals, scopes, schedules, and budgets is preferred.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, RAM Structural System, RISA3D, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and standards including IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC.
• Experience with BIM software such as Revit.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects from proposal development through design, construction administration, and project closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and team coordination to ensure successful project execution.
• Perform structural analysis and design, while preparing and coordinating engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a primary point of contact for owners, architects, contractors, and project teams.
• Support project delivery through coordination of RFIs, submittals, construction administration activities, and resolution of project challenges.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site investigations, and structural assessments, as needed, while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Mentor engineers and BIM professionals while fostering collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Communication

Leadership

Independent work with collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ETABS

RAM Structural System

RISA3D

Revit

IBC/ASCE/ACI/AISC knowledge

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced structural engineer to lead projects from proposal through construction closeout. You will manage scope, schedule, and budgets while coordinating a multi-disciplinary team and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes mentorship and professional growth within a collaborative, office-based environment with opportunities to work on meaningful projects nationwide.