Senior Structural Managing Engineer

McMillen, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Managing Engineer in Los Angeles, CA, with expertise in water resource projects. The ideal candidate will have 18+ years of civil and hydraulic engineering experience and a California PE registration. Responsibilities include client management, project scope oversight, and the design of various water infrastructure projects.

This role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $154,000 to $230,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in civil and/or hydraulic engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration required (California PE preferred).
• Experience with water resource infrastructure including fishery projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Design water infrastructure projects and storm water management systems.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Hydraulic Engineering

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Managing Engineer with a strong technical background to help deliver exceptional service to our clients. The Senior Managing Engineer will work in a variety of water‑related projects in fields including but not limited to fisheries, fish passage, hydropower, dams, flood control, pump stations, water treatment, storm water, surface water management planning, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.

Company Overview

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee‑owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting‑edge technology, and a balanced work‑life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results‑driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real‑world functionality.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships; actively participate in the development of relationships with key clients, professional service organizations, and attending conferences/events. Conduct or participate in workshops and meetings with clients.
• Identify project opportunities, actively pursue opportunities, and prepare proposals. Consult with clients to plan and develop strategies for their water resource needs. Work cooperatively with Practice Leads, Discipline Leads, and Operations Managers in local and national marketing production efforts.
• Conduct a kick‑off meeting with all key stakeholders to announce the project start and review the overall project plan and gain consensus.
• Identify high‑level risks, assumptions, and constraints; document them using historical data and expert judgment to understand project limitations.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques to keep the project plan accurate, updated, and reflective of authorized changes.
• Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the Project Plan, aligning stakeholders and team members.
• Effectively manage multi‑discipline teams for a wide range of water resources projects and tasks.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques to monitor progress, identify and quantify variances, perform corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders.
• Execute tasks as defined in the project plan to achieve project goals.
• Identify key project team members by defining roles and responsibilities to create a project organization structure and develop the communication plan.
• Implement approved actions and workarounds to mitigate project risk events and minimize their impact.
• Improve team performance by building cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, and training.
• Evaluate and design water infrastructure projects and other civil engineering support tasks. Design experience should include familiarity with treatment facilities and/or distribution/conveyance facilities.
• Develop detailed designs, plans, and specifications for infrastructure projects, including pipeline storage, and pump station design for storm drain, recycled water, and wastewater collection systems.
• Prepare or oversee preparation of planning reports, plans and specifications, and cost estimates for various water, recycled water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage planning, design and construction support services for water, recycled water and wastewater infrastructure projects (Design Project Manager).
• Design storm water management systems for water quality and quantity control.
• Prepare drainage, soil erosion, sediment control, utility relocation, right‑of‑way, staging and construction plans, specifications and engineering estimates for water resources and transportation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university
• Master’s degree preferred
• 18+ years of experience in civil, and/or hydraulic engineering
• Professional Engineering registration is required (California PE registration strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience with water resource infrastructure including fishery related projects, water conveyance, storm water networks, heavy grading, water treatment, wastewater treatment and pump stations
• Familiarity with Federal Agency codes and requirements, including FERC, USACE, USBR
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to get along and work effectively with others.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $154,000 – $230,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full benefits program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.