Structural Project Executive/Principal-in-Charge | Portland, OR

IMEG; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Profit sharing

Flexible schedule

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

IMEG in the Pacific Northwest seeks a Structural Leader to grow the team, manage multi-million-dollar project portfolios, and drive business development with a focus on seismic rehabilitation and utility projects. This leadership role emphasizes coaching staff and securing new engagements.

Based in Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR, the candidate will oversee project execution, mentor senior staff, and collaborate with marketing to advance market presence while supporting sustainable design goals

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years, 15 preferred, in project management, construction management, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Grow the team’s project pipeline by building and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
• Manage client and project fees with a total aggregate value of approximately $2M.
• Bring in new projects regularly.
• Contribute to new fees of approximately $1M annually.
• Promote understanding of business development principles and market positioning.
• Participate in promotional activities to establish IMEG as an expert in selective markets.
• Serve as a Project Manager on most assigned projects.
• Lead client interviews and coordinate with Client Executive on BD opportunities.
• Track market changes with local organizations to align messaging.
• Ensure financial success and assist in accounts receivable collection for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Mentorship

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering/architecture/construction management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture.

100% Employee-Owned.

IMEG is hiring a Structural Leader in Portland, OR or Vancouver, Washington. In this role, you will assist the Client Executive in managing the team by developing and maintaining client relationships, while bringing a high level of proficiency in managing large projects within one or more markets.

This role includes responsibility for project financial success, mentoring senior staff, and coordination with marketing and technical operations. The team supports commercial work with notable strength in Pacific Northwest seismic rehabilitation and utility-related structural projects, and this posting highlights future team leadership opportunities with an emphasis on leading teams, coaching and mentoring staff members, business development, and client relationship building, while contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.

At a Glance

Location: Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR

Discipline: Structural

Markets: Commercial

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 20%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Grow the team’s project pipeline by building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for new business and repeat engagements, and being visible and active in the market and within the IMEG Selling Boldly program.
• Manage client and project fees with a total aggregate value of approximately $2M.
• Bring in new projects on a regular basis.
• Contribute directly or as a team member to new fees of approximately $1M on an annual basis.
• Promote staff understanding of business development principles, emphasizing client relationships, market positioning, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Participate in promotional activities that establish IMEG as an expert in selective markets.
• Serve as a Project Manager on most assigned projects.
• Take a major role in developing and presenting for client interviews.
• Coordinate with the Client Executive and marketing department on business development opportunities and marketing efforts.
• Participate in local market focused organizations and corporate market focused meetings to track market changes and trends and align business development messaging.
• Be responsible for the financial success of projects they manage or direct and assist the Client Executive in collection of accounts receivable on projects for which the team is responsible.
• Support the efforts of the Technical Operations Team to provide technical training and consistency across Teams, assist with updating the marketing database with the team’s leads and proposals, and provide leadership and mentoring to senior staff on client relations and project management.

Required

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, or higher, in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a similar related field preferred

Experience

• Significant stock ownership representing, at a minimum, a clear, forward focused path to the Associate Principal level
• Minimum 10 years required, 15 years preferred, of project management, construction management, or related experience

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Expert level mastery of the technical aspects of one’s discipline
• Demonstrated aptitude to design/manage major projects
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and lead others
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

About The Team

• Pacific Northwest structural team with a highly visible seismic retrofit and utility specialty.
• Seismic rehabilitation for schools, fire stations, and police facilities.
• SRGP / TAP assessment work across Oregon districts and public agencies.
• Utility and power equipment qualification, especially transformers, reactors, and substations.
• Recent work includes Clark Public Utilities Operations Center New Data Room, Utility Company, and Redmond Fire Station 404 Seismic Rehabilitation, Government / Municipal.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

State of Washington Salary Range: $158,000.00-$203,000.00 per year

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

IMEG

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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