Structural Department Manager Modular

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Denver seeks a Structural Department Manager to lead and develop a structural engineering team focused on modular projects. You will oversee project delivery, ensure technical excellence, and drive growth through client engagement and strategic initiatives.

The role requires a PE license, 8+ years of experience, and proven leadership in supervising engineers. You will collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary groups to expand capabilities and deliver diverse modular

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• PE license required; SE license preferred.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience leading teams, managing projects, or supervising staff.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural engineers and designers.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring quality, profitability, and on-time delivery.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor.
• Provide technical guidance on a variety of structural projects across multiple market sectors.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support business development through networking, proposals, and client engagement.
• Review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and project deliverables.
• Assist with staff recruiting, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
• Drive department growth, operational improvements, and strategic planning efforts.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Project management

Structural design

Client relationship management

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

SE license (preferred)

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard structural analysis software

Job description

Structural Department Manager / Modular

Location: Denver, Colorado

About the Opportunity

A growing multidisciplinary design and engineering firm is seeking a Structural Department Manager to lead and develop a structural engineering team while overseeing a diverse portfolio of modular projects. This leadership position combines technical expertise, project oversight, client engagement, staff mentorship, and strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural engineers and designers.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring quality, profitability, and on-time delivery.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor.
• Provide technical guidance on a variety of structural projects across multiple market sectors.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support business development efforts through networking, proposal preparation, and client engagement.
• Review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and project deliverables.
• Assist with staff recruiting, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
• Drive department growth, operational improvements, and strategic planning efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE license preferred.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Previous experience leading teams, managing projects, or serving in a supervisory capacity.
• Strong background in structural design utilizing steel, concrete, wood, and masonry systems.
• Experience with building design projects and multidisciplinary project coordination.
• Proficiency with industry-standard structural analysis and design software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong business acumen with an interest in contributing to organizational growth.