Senior Structural Systems Lead (Remote Options)

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time-off and Leave Programs

401(k) Plan – Lab contribution

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance, Training and PD

Live near Chesapeake Bay region

Job summary

Jefferson Lab seeks a senior leader to head the Structural Systems group. You will manage system engineering and owner duties across civil, structural, and architectural domains, ensuring safe, reliable operations and compliant processes.

You will develop budgets, oversee project backlogs, and provide design and engineering support for major construction programs, while guiding staff and coordinating with internal teams and external contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Architecture or Engineering required; MBA/PMP preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience with management responsibilities.
• Experience managing major construction projects from $100K to >$1M.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Structural Systems group with direction and staffing oversight.
• Provide design/engineering support for assigned projects and approved work orders.
• Ensure policy, procedures and standards are current and compliant.
• Manage budgets, schedule, and subcontractor performance; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Review engineering documents and maintain design standards and configuration control.
• Develop project scopes, perform risk reviews, and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Proposal writing

Presentation skills

Safety & environmental practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Master's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Jefferson Lab seeks a senior leader to head the Structural Systems group. You will manage system engineering and owner duties across civil, structural, and architectural domains, ensuring safe, reliable operations and compliant processes.

You will develop budgets, oversee project backlogs, and provide design and engineering support for major construction programs, while guiding staff and coordinating with internal teams and external contractors.