Structural Engineering Department Manager

Actalent; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401K match

Profit sharing

End-of-year bonus plan

Remote work flexibility

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Free parking

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an accomplished Structural Engineering leader to guide a team of engineers and serve as SEOR on projects across the United States and Canada. You will participate in proposal development, oversee project delivery, and ensure compliance with codes and standards. A PE license and 10+ years of experience are required.

The role is based in Cincinnati, OH with onsite responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with structures emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Ability to obtain licensure throughout the United States and Canada.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience with project leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success in leading, managing, mentoring, and building engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Structural Engineering team through coaching, mentoring, and strategic staffing.
• Serve as Structural Engineer of Record (SEOR) on projects throughout the United States and Canada.
• Review scope and develop structural design fee estimates for comprehensive proposals.
• Oversee project execution, resource planning, quality control, and department performance.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and engineering standards.
• Contribute to business growth, client relationships, and long-term firm success.

Skills

Structural engineering

Team leadership

Project management

PE license

Staffing/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Structures emphasis)

Tools

RAM Structural System

TEDDS

Hilti PROFIS Engineering

L-Pile

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Structural Engineering team through coaching, mentoring, and strategic staffing
• Serve as Structural Engineer of Record (SEOR) on projects throughout the United States and Canada
• Participate in the company proposal process by reviewing scope and developing structural design fee estimates to generate comprehensive and competitive proposals
• Oversee project execution, resource planning, quality control, and department performance
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and engineering standards
• Contribute to business growth, client relationships, and the long-term success of the firm
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Structures emphasis preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Ability to obtain licensure throughout the United States and Canada
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including project leadership responsibilities
• Demonstrated success in leading, managing, mentoring, and building engineering teams

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Structural steel
• Reinforced concrete
• Masonry systems
• Cold-formed metal framing
• Deep foundations
• Precast concrete systems

Experience With Structural Analysis And Design Tools Such As

• RAM Structural System
• TEDDS
• Hilti PROFIS Engineering
• L-Pile

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

• Comprehensive health insurance
• life insurance
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• 401K match
• profit sharing
• end-of-year bonus plan
• remote work flexibility
• tuition reimbursement
• on-site fitness center
• free parking and more

Commitment to employment objection which means they don't layoff due to a lack of work.

The A&E firm's #1 value is focused on being the #1 place to work.

Their average job tenure is 12-15 years.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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