Senior Structural Engineer: Local Leadership, Impact

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & Holiday Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Semi-annual Impact Bonus

Paid Family Leave

Paid Overtime

401(k) with 3% Contribution

Forefront Education Program

PDH Budget

Paid Exams & Memberships

PE License Renewals

Flexible scheduling

Paid Parking

Inclusive culture

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Lexington seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead a diverse portfolio of structural projects from concept to construction. You will establish and maintain client relationships, mentor engineers and BIM professionals, and collaborate with architects, contractors, and internal teams while growing your leadership and technical expertise within a national firm.

Ideal candidates hold PE licensure, 8+ years of experience, and a strong background in design software

Qualifications

• Possession of a PE license is required.
• Structural Engineer SE license preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive structural engineering experience with leadership.
• Strong background in project management with owners/contractors.
• Proficiency with ETABS, RAM, and RISA 3D.
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and execution of structural projects from concept through construction.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, and team resources.
• Serve as technical leader and mentor for engineers and BIM professionals.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Oversee engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and industry standards.
• Participate in structural assessments, feasibility studies, and site investigations as needed.
• Foster a collaborative, mentorship-driven culture focused on technical excellence and growth.
• Support KPFF’s vision of strong teams, client relationships, and impactful engineering solutions.

Skills

PE license

SE license preferred

Project management

Leadership

Client interaction

ETABS

RAM

RISA 3D

IBC/ASCE/ACI/AISC

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Masters preferred

Tools

ETABS

RAM

RISA 3D

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Lexington seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead a diverse portfolio of structural projects from concept to construction. You will establish and maintain client relationships, mentor engineers and BIM professionals, and collaborate with architects, contractors, and internal teams while growing your leadership and technical expertise within a national firm.

Ideal candidates hold PE licensure, 8+ years of experience, and a strong background in design software