Structural Engineer | Associate Principal/Principal for Education and Civic Practice

Hirebridge; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Employee ownership

Lifelong learning

Generous PTO

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers in California seeks an Associate Principal or Principal to lead complex design-build projects and seismic retrofit efforts for civic and university facilities in Southern California. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and staff mentorship, with growth opportunities within the firm.

Based in Orange or Los Angeles, the position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and a compensation range aligned with market benchmarks, including a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience as a project manager and technical leader in higher education and civic sectors.
• Strong client relationships and business development capabilities.
• Mentoring and staff development mindset for growth into firm leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex design-build projects and seismic evaluation/retrofit work for civic and university facilities.
• Grow Degenkolb’s market presence in Southern California, with focus on education and civic sectors.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff and project teams.

Job description

Company Background

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas: healthcare, education, design (commercial and civic), science and technology, forensics, federal, and construction engineering. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark.

Position Description

We are seeking an accomplished structural engineering leader with deep experience in the Education and Civic sectors to join our Orange or Los Angeles office as an Associate Principal or Principal. This role will lead complex design-build projects, new design and seismic evaluation and retrofit work for civic and university facilities, while helping grow Degenkolb’s market presence in Southern California.

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for an experienced Project Manager and technical leader who combines strong client relationships and business development capabilities in higher education (university and community college) with a passion for mentoring and developing staff. Candidates interested in growing into broader firm leadership are especially encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay rate for this position generally ranges between $176,000 to $220,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including position, location, company geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities and lifelong learning, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture

We offer focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent environment, a flexible hybrid work schedule (generally 3 days in the office) and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more, please visit our website: https://degenkolb.com/culture/