Structural PM

LVI Associates; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Regional travel

Professional development

Job summary

LVI Associates in Philadelphia seeks a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to lead analysis, design, and rehabilitation projects across the region. You’ll advance from hands-on technical work toward project management and client leadership, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating with architects, contractors, and owners.

Join a growing, multidisciplinary team where you’ll work on diverse building types, perform site visits, and impact project outcomes while ensuring code compliance and quality

Qualifications

• PE license in Pennsylvania or eligible via reciprocity.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience in consulting/design.
• Proficiency with RAM/STAAD/ETABS/RISA; BIM workflows a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for diverse building and support projects using steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documents.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings and respond to contractor inquiries; support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits across Philadelphia region to document conditions and observe progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop retrofit/repair solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and structural assessments as needed.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and other stakeholders throughout project development.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project coordination

Client interaction

Forensic investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

RAM

STAAD

ETABS

RISA

Revit/BIM

Job description

A growing multidisciplinary consulting firm is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join its Philadelphia team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the Greater Philadelphia region while developing expertise in structural design, assessment, rehabilitation, and investigation work.

The position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands-on technical role but is also interested in progressing into project management, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities over time.

Structural Engineering & Design:

• Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building and support structure projects utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits throughout Philadelphia, southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and surrounding markets to document existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop repair, rehabilitation, strengthening, or retrofit solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and structural assessments as required.
• Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable building codes and engineering standards.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and other project stakeholders throughout project development.

About the Opportunity

A growing multidisciplinary consulting firm is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join its Philadelphia team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the Greater Philadelphia region while developing expertise in structural design, assessment, rehabilitation, and investigation work.

The position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands-on technical role but is also interested in progressing into project management, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities over time.

Structural Engineering & Design:

• Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building and support structure projects utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits throughout Philadelphia, southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and surrounding markets to document existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop repair, rehabilitation, strengthening, or retrofit solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and structural assessments as required.
• Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable building codes and engineering standards.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and other project stakeholders throughout project development.

Project & Client Support:

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Participate in client meetings and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Support proposal preparation, technical narratives, and business development initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or challenges.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain Pennsylvania licensure through reciprocity.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience within a consulting or design environment.
• Strong background in structural calculations, analysis, and construction documentation.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software such as RAM, STAAD, ETABS, RISA, or similar.
• Familiarity with Revit and BIM workflows preferred.
• Strong written communication skills with experience preparing technical reports and calculations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to perform occasional site visits and regional travel as required.

What You'll Gain:

• Exposure to a broad portfolio of structural engineering projects throughout the Philadelphia market.
• Opportunities for technical growth and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment with experienced industry professionals.
• Clear advancement pathways into project management and leadership roles.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping projects that contribute to Philadelphia's continued growth and development.