Senior Structural Investigative Engineer / Practice Leader

LVI Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Licensing support

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Job summary

LVI Associates in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Investigative Engineer/Practice Leader to build and lead the Atlanta Investigative Engineering Group, expanding the firm’s presence across Georgia and the Southeast. You will mentor engineers, drive client relationships, and shape the strategic direction of the practice.

The role blends technical leadership with business development, requiring a PE license, 9+ years of experience, and ability to work in the Atlanta area.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• PE license required.
• 9+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• Experience in structural investigations, forensic engineering, restoration, rehabilitation, or existing buildings consulting.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and construction practices.
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor engineering staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work in the Atlanta area.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex structural investigations and building assessments.
• Develop repair and rehabilitation solutions for existing structures.
• Mentor engineers and grow the investigative team.
• Drive business development and client relationships in Georgia and the Southeast.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and owners on high-profile projects.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring engineers

Business development

Communication

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Senior Investigative Engineer / Practice Leader

Atlanta, Georgia

Build Something Bigger Than Your Next Project

Are you an experienced structural, forensic, or investigative engineer looking for an opportunity to do more than manage projects?

This is a unique chance to help build and lead a growing Investigative Engineering practice in Atlanta while being backed by the resources, reputation, and national reach of a firm with more than 80 years of engineering excellence. As a senior leader, you'll play a key role in expanding the firm's presence across Georgia and the Southeast, developing client relationships, mentoring engineers, and shaping the future direction of the practice.

Whether your expertise lies in forensic investigations, structural restoration, existing buildings, building envelope consulting, or repair and rehabilitation design, this role offers the opportunity to combine technical excellence, business development, and leadership into a highly visible career path.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is not a traditional senior engineering position.

You'll have the opportunity to help establish and grow the Atlanta Investigative Engineering Group as a market leader across Georgia and the Southeast, supporting clients with:

• Structural investigations and failure analysis
• Existing building assessments
• Structural restoration and rehabilitation
• Building envelope consulting
• Façade and access system evaluations
• Non-destructive testing
• Structural repair design
• Expert witness and litigation support services

As the practice continues to expand, you'll play a central role in:

• Defining the strategic direction of the Atlanta investigative engineering practice
• Developing and strengthening relationships with owners, architects, contractors, attorneys, and property managers
• Driving business development and market growth initiatives
• Mentoring and developing engineers across the team
• Leading high-profile and technically challenging projects
• Building a respected presence within the Georgia engineering community
• Helping recruit and grow a successful investigative engineering team

For engineers who aspire to move beyond project execution and into true practice leadership, this role offers a rare opportunity to build something meaningful with the backing of a nationally recognized organization.

The Role

This position blends technical leadership, project management, client engagement, and business development.

A typical week may include:

• Leading complex structural investigations and building assessments
• Developing repair, retrofit, and restoration solutions for existing structures
• Performing site evaluations and field investigations
• Reviewing structural failures, deficiencies, and performance concernsPreparing technical reports, calculations, specifications, and engineering deliverables
• Managing project budgets, schedules, and client expectations
• Supporting proposal development and fee negotiations
• Participating in business development and industry networking activities
• Collaborating with architects, contractors, attorneys, and building owners
• Providing mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers
• Supporting construction administration and project execution through completion

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 9+ years of progressive engineering experience
• Experience in structural investigations, forensic engineering, restoration, rehabilitation, repair design, or existing buildings consulting
• Strong understanding of applicable building codes and construction practices
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor engineering staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in the Atlanta area
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• Experience leading projects from concept through construction
• Background in forensic engineering or building envelope consulting
• Experience with expert witness services and litigation support
• Advanced project management capabilities
• Business development and client relationship experience
• Demonstrated leadership within engineering organizations or strategic initiatives
• Interest in long-term practice growth and leadership opportunities

Who Will Thrive Here?

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Wants a greater voice in shaping a growing practice
• Enjoys developing client relationships and winning work
• Is passionate about mentoring engineers
• Wants to build and lead a team rather than simply manage projects
• Sees themselves as both a technical expert and business leader
• Is excited by the opportunity to expand a market presence across Georgia and the Southeast
• Wants to leave a lasting impact on clients, colleagues, and the business

Compensation & Benefits

The firm recognizes the value experienced engineers bring and offers a compensation package designed to reward both technical expertise and leadership contributions.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $170,000+ depending on experience, credentials, and business development capabilities
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Profit Sharing Program
• Annual Salary Reviews
• Long-Term Leadership Growth Opportunities

Additional Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development and continuing education support
• PE license and industry membership assistance
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Opportunity to help shape and grow a market‑leading practice

The Opportunity Ahead

Atlanta continues to experience significant demand for structural investigations, restoration, rehabilitation, and existing building consulting as aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, reserve studies, and risk management concerns drive investment in the built environment.

This role places you at the forefront of that growth.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your experience can influence not only projects, but the future direction of an expanding investigative engineering practice, we'd love to connect. Join a firm where you'll have the autonomy to lead, the resources to grow, and the opportunity to build a market-leading investigative engineering group in Atlanta.