Structural Group Leader

Verdantas LLC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Verdantas LLC is looking for a Structural Group Leader to lead and enhance the Structural Group. This hybrid role requires relocation to Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Oregon. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of commercial/industrial structural design experience with proven leadership skills.

In this position, you will oversee project management and foster client relationships while ensuring quality standards. Attractive benefits and a flexible work environment are offered, with a minimum salary starting at $130,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial/industrial building structural design.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing diverse projects.
• Familiarity with Building and Structural Design Codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Structural Group by delivering high-quality engineering services.
• Manage project workloads, staffing, and resources to achieve objectives.
• Mentor staff and foster professional growth.
• Represent Verdantas in client meetings and key activities.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Structural engineering design

Client communication

Technical research

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural engineering

PE license

Tools

CADD

Revit

STAAD

RAM structural software

Job description

About the Role

Verdantas is seeking a Structural Group Leader to lead and grow the Structural Group. The role is hybrid and requires relocation to or location in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Oregon.

What You'll Do

• Lead and grow the Structural Group by delivering high-quality engineering services and efficient business operations.
• Manage and balance project workloads, staffing, and resources to achieve scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Mentor, supervise, and motivate staff, fostering professional growth, collaboration, accountability, and a strong safety culture.
• Communicate proactively and effectively with management, peers, and clients.
• Serve as a project and technical leader for structural engineering and infrastructure projects from planning and design through permitting and delivery.
• Lead project strategy, scopes of work, and budgets, and actively manage project financials including schedules, budgets, WIP, AR, and risk.
• Maintain overall project quality consistent with company standards, professional requirements, and client expectations.
• Collaborate across disciplines and offices to deliver integrated solutions and consistent work products.
• Engage with regulators and stakeholders, applying sound judgment and regulatory expertise.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships; support business development, selling, and cross-selling across complementary service lines.
• Represent Verdantas in client interviews, presentations, and key pursuit activities.
• Build Verdantas’ market presence through industry involvement, professional networking, and thought leadership.
• Maintain the integrity and growth of the opportunity pipeline for the area.

Technical Work

• Perform structural engineering design, analysis, planning, and modeling for a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare design calculations, quantity estimates, and technical documentation to support construction-ready plans.
• Conduct technical research as needed and communicate findings to support project decisions.
• Use industry-standard engineering and design software, including CADD and Revit, to develop and review design documents.
• Direct and coordinate drafting and technical staff in the preparation of working drawings.
• Review technical work products, identify issues or risks, and communicate proactively with project managers and senior engineers.
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports and deliverables.
• Support client communication related to technical scope, design progress, and project execution.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• PE license required; NCEES Preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial/industrial building structural design in a consulting environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a diverse set of projects.
• Familiarity with design requirements for Building and Structural Design Codes.
• Working knowledge of STAAD and RAM structural software.
• Experience with Revit a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Salary and Benefits

Minimum salary for this position is $130,000 (negotiable based on the criteria presented above). Comprehensive benefits include:

• Flexible work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays

EEO Statement

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/veteran. We recruit and reward employees based on capability and performance—regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. We are committed to building balanced teams from all walks of life and believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.