Senior Structural Engineering Lead & SME

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction seeks a Senior Structural Technical Manager to oversee the creation and QA/QC of drawings, specifications, and calculations across all design phases. You will lead structural designs and analytical models for diverse building types, delivering coordinated 2D/3D solutions using Tekla Structures and other CAD tools.

As SME, you will guide knowledge development, mentor staff, and collaborate with engineers, modelers, detailers, and external stakeholders to align technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus.
• 12+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and production of drawings, specifications, and calculations during a project’s design phase life cycle from conceptual design to completion of construction documents under limited supervision and coordination with managers.
• Establish and enforce quality control measures to ensure accuracy, reliability, and integrity of engineering deliverables, including technical calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• In collaboration with managers, oversee the development of structural designs and analytical models for various building types and materials using working knowledge of all relevant codes.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), offering technical support, resolving complex engineering issues, and providing guidance on innovative solutions and emerging technologies.
• Lead knowledge and skill development through training, mentorship, and technical leadership programs.
• Participate in professional societies, code committees, and industry forums to represent organizational expertise.
• Collaborate with project managers and executives to align technical priorities with business and project objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of engineering standards, tools, and process improvements.

Skills

Structural design leadership

Mentorship

Quality control

Collaboration

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (structural)

Tools

Tekla Structures

CAD tools

Job description

DPR Construction seeks a Senior Structural Technical Manager to oversee the creation and QA/QC of drawings, specifications, and calculations across all design phases. You will lead structural designs and analytical models for diverse building types, delivering coordinated 2D/3D solutions using Tekla Structures and other CAD tools.

As SME, you will guide knowledge development, mentor staff, and collaborate with engineers, modelers, detailers, and external stakeholders to align technical