Senior Structures Project Manager

Jobtailor; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an accomplished structural engineer to lead planning, design, and execution of transportation projects in Kentucky and beyond. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality while mentoring a cross-functional team.

The role requires PE or SE licensure with 15+ years of structural engineering and project management experience, plus proficiency in major analysis tools. Collaboration with clients and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
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Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of structural engineering projects, primarily in transportation.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality control to ensure completion.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in structural analysis, design, and materials selection.
• Oversee and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and approve project documentation, reports, and specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve technical challenges.
• Support business development with proposals and client presentations.
• Provide clients with technical support on transportation structures.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for assigned projects.

Skills

Project management

Structural analysis

Client management

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

B.S. in Structural/Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Structural Engineer (SE) license

Tools

OpenBridge/LEAP

MIDAS

OpenRoads

MicroStation

Job description

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of structural engineering projects primarily in, but not limited to, the transportation market.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality control to ensure successful project completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in structural analysis, design, and materials selection.
• Oversee and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, review and approve project documentation, reports, and specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while resolving technical challenges.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Provide clients with technical support and subject matter expertise on transportation structures related issues.
• Conduct appropriate cost-benefit analyses for assigned projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in structural engineering and project management.
• Proven track record of managing structural projects.
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., OpenBridge/LEAP, MIDAS, OpenRoads, MicroStation).
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, clients, and contractors.
• Experience working in multiple states is a plus.
• Project and/or client management experience is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Teams.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication, as well as time management skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client needs and deadlines, as well as other assigned project parameters.
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in structural engineering project management, including planning, design, execution, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in structural analysis and design software, with a strong focus on client management and team leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Structural Engineering Project Management
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Structural Analysis Software Proficiency
• Client Management Experience
• Team Leadership and Mentoring

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Structural Analysis
• Design
• Materials Selection
• Project Scope Management
• Budget Management
• Quality Control
• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Documentation
• Risk Mitigation

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Time Management
• Detail-Oriented
• Team Player
• Self-Initiative

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineer (SE) License

Industry Keywords

• Transportation Market
• Project Documentation
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-Functional Teams
• Client Presentations

Tools & Technologies

• OpenBridge/LEAP
• MIDAS
• OpenRoads
• MicroStation
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Teams