Senior Technical Lead Engineer - Structures

Mark Thomas; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and ESOP

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Group medical & dental

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mark Thomas in California is seeking a Senior Technical Lead Engineer for our Structures Division to lead technical solutions for projects and mentor staff. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality PS&E packages and coordinating complex engineering efforts across the team to ensure project success.

The position requires strong communication, adherence to quality standards, and the ability to manage scopes, budgets, and schedules while advancing Mark Thomas’ technical reputation in the A/E/C

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality production and review of PS&E packages assigned
• Leads technical components of larger and/or more complex projects in accordance with engineering agreements and standards
• Participates in technical quality reviews for projects managed by others
• Mentors staff on project execution and quality
• Leads the technical development and approach for winning proposals

Job description

Mark Thomas is hiring a Senior Technical Lead Engineer for our Structures Division! The role of a Senior Technical Lead Engineer is to be a key individual, leading technical solutions for projects and has a developed internal reputation as a “go to” person for valuable input and in demand as a project team member. The individual demonstrates significant knowledge of technical best practices, internal/external quality control measures, standard details & specifications for the successful completion of one or more projects. The Senior Technical Lead Engineer has also established an external reputation for technical knowledge, depth and experience within the A/E/C industry and marketplace.

The Senior Technical Lead Engineer must adhere to project scopes, budgets and schedules as well. The supervisory responsibilities can include the training, development and mentoring of direct reports, and to assigned staff for responsible projects. This individual will need to demonstrate effective communications with both upper and lower levels of staff, clients and sub-consultants in the performance of duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality production and review of PS&E’s (plans, specifications and estimate) packages assigned
• Completes the technical components of larger and/or more complex projects in accordance with engineering agreements/scopes, standards of the Company and general best practices
• Participates in technical quality reviews for projects managed by others
• Frequently reviews standard details and quality control measures and upgrade as necessary
• Extends externally to keep up with best practices and builds an external reputation for technical capability & credibility
• Delegates and directs technical tasks to other staff on the Technical Career Track as well as other lower levels of engineering staff
• Contributes to the training and mentoring of staff for efficient project execution & quality
• Leads or advises the technical solution or solutions for project proposals & client presentations
• Maintains close attention to project details, quality measures and the efficient delivery of solutions for large and complex projects
• Adheres to quality control measures and works closely with others for compliance with standards and targeted technical objectives
• Communicates effectively in the delegation of work tasks to lower level engineering staff plus the mentoring, development, and training of such staff
• Leads the technical development and approach for winning proposals
• Maintains or exceeds targeted utilization
• Maintains a strong reputation internally as a technical “go to” person for solutions and technical/quality reviews
• Provides ongoing technical mentorship and performs trainings as appropriate
• Continues to build an external reputation for technical expertise through engagement with professional and technical organizations
• Develops technical white papers, engaged speaker and/or performs outside teaching/adjunct professor assignments to extend and expand the Mark Thomas brand
• Promotes and supports an inclusive workplace
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Meets/exceeds competencies, work products and responsibilities of a Lead Technical Engineer
• BS degree in Civil Engineering, a Masters’ Degree in specific & relevant areas of engineering is preferred
• 12+ years’ progressively responsible relevant experience
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year, other relevant certifications a plus
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and other software packages
• Knowledge of overall project deliverables (PSR, PAED, PS&E)
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of technical best practices, quality standards and details
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods and techniques
• Proven ability to direct and delegate work assignments
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Benefits And Compensation

• Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career development
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered base rate of compensation (California locations only) is based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.