Structural Engineering Regional Leader

LVI Associates; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Regional Structural Engineering Leader to launch and grow a Sacramento presence. This is an entrepreneurial, non-traditional management role focused on technical leadership, business development, mentorship, and office-building responsibility.

Backed by a strong West Coast platform, the role offers significant growth potential, visibility, and the opportunity to shape regional strategy while partnering with architects, owners, and developers across Northern California.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Proven leadership, project management, and client-relations capabilities.
• Established Northern California AEC network and market presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and growth of the Sacramento structural engineering practice.
• Develop and execute regional business development strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with architects, owners, developers, and industry partners.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop structural engineering professionals.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across projects.
• Serve as Principal-in-Charge and trusted advisor for key clients.
• Drive project delivery, financial performance, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with leadership across offices and disciplines.
• Represent the firm at professional organizations and industry events.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Client Relations

Team Mentoring

Architect Relations

Education

Structural/Civil Engineering

Job description

An award-winning, employee-owned multidisciplinary design firm is seeking a Regional Structural Engineering Leader to launch and grow its presence in Sacramento.

This is not a traditional management role.

This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial structural engineering leader to establish a new office, shape the regional strategy, build a high-performing team, and become the face of a nationally respected practice throughout Northern California.

Backed by an established West Coast platform, a collaborative culture, and significant investment in growth, this position offers the rare chance to combine technical leadership, business development, mentorship, and office-building responsibility into one highly visible role.

For ambitious professionals who aspire to influence the future of a firm rather than simply contribute to it, this opportunity delivers a clear path toward executive leadership.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

An award-winning, employee-owned multidisciplinary design firm is seeking a Regional Structural Engineering Leader to launch and grow its presence in Sacramento.

This is not a traditional management role.

This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial structural engineering leader to establish a new office, shape the regional strategy, build a high-performing team, and become the face of a nationally respected practice throughout Northern California.

Backed by an established West Coast platform, a collaborative culture, and significant investment in growth, this position offers the rare chance to combine technical leadership, business development, mentorship, and office-building responsibility into one highly visible role.

For ambitious professionals who aspire to influence the future of a firm rather than simply contribute to it, this opportunity delivers a clear path toward executive leadership.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Build a Legacy

Lead the growth of a new Sacramento office with the autonomy to shape its culture, team, and market presence.

Regional Impact

Drive projects and client relationships across Northern California while helping expand one of the region's most respected structural engineering practices.

Entrepreneurial Freedom

Operate with the support and resources of an established organization while enjoying the flexibility and influence typically found in a smaller firm.

Leadership Platform

Mentor and develop engineers, grow future leaders, and play a significant role in long‑term business planning and strategy.

Diverse Project Portfolio

Collaborate on high-profile projects spanning commercial, civic, education, healthcare, workplace, mixed‑use, residential, and specialty market sectors.

Employee Ownership

Become part of a firm where leadership is empowered, contributions are recognized, and long‑term success is shared.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and growth of the Sacramento structural engineering practice.
• Develop and execute regional business development strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with architects, owners, developers, and industry partners.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop structural engineering professionals.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across projects.
• Serve as Principal-in-Charge and trusted advisor for key clients.
• Drive project delivery, financial performance, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with leadership teams across multiple offices and disciplines.
• Represent the firm throughout professional organizations and industry events.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Proven experience leading teams, projects, and client relationships.
• Strong business development and market-facing capabilities.
• Established network within the Northern California AEC community.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growth and leadership.
• Ability to inspire teams, develop talent, and create lasting client partnerships.

Ideal Background

We are particularly interested in leaders who have experience within:

• Building Structures
• Commercial Development
• Healthcare
• Higher Education
• Civic Facilities
• Workplace & Corporate Campuses
• Mixed-Use Development
• Seismic Design & Resilience
• Existing Buildings & Renovation