Structural Project Manager 7+ Years of Experience

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Office in Irvine

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers seeks a Structural Project Manager to lead a range of civic, healthcare, and research facilities. The role combines technical design with leadership of junior engineers and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

You will prepare calculations, drawings, and permit packages, ensuring compliance with ACI 318, AISC 360, and CBC standards. The position emphasizes supervising staff, coordinating with BIM, and guiding projects through all phases from planning to construction in an

Qualifications

• Seven years of full-time work experience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with structures emphasis; CA PE license preferred.
• Transcripts showing courses in Structural Analysis, Mechanics of Materials, Concrete, Steel/Wood Design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (California preferred).
• Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and seismic design for projects
• Produce construction documents and details for permit and construction
• Supervise junior engineers and coordinate with BIM and project teams
• Provide technical guidance and quality control for drawings and calculations
• Support project managers and architects across disciplines

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structures)

GPA 3.0

Tools

ETABS

RISA

SAFE

RAM Steel

Enercalc

spCol

Job description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

We are seeking a Structural Project Manager to join our team and contribute to a wide range of projects, including civic and institutional buildings, healthcare facilities, residential construction, and research laboratory structures. The Structural Project Manager will not only perform technical tasks such as performing structural analysis and seismic design, developing construction documents, and supporting projects through all phases from planning and permitting to construction; but also supervise others throughout the process. The role involves both technical design and collaboration across disciplines, with opportunities for leadership and mentorship.

What You Will Be Doing

• Designing gravity, lateral, and foundation systems (shallow and deep foundations) for new buildings and retrofit projects in high seismic hazard zones.
• Performing structural analysis and seismic design using finite element analysis (FEA) software such as ETABS, RISA, SAFE, and RAM Steel.
• Designing main building systems—including columns, beams, footings, diaphragms—and secondary systems such as anchorage, bracing, partitions, and retaining walls.
• Analyzing and designing structural members in concrete, steel, and masonry using hand calculations and software (Enercalc, spCol) in compliance with ACI 318, AISC 360, and TMS 402/602 standards.
• Designing new concrete, steel, and masonry structures in accordance with ASCE 7 and the California Building Code (CBC), and developing retrofit schemes for existing buildings in accordance with ASCE 41 and the California Existing Building Code (CEBC).
• Producing comprehensive calculation packages, structural drawings, and details for permit and construction.
• Supporting Construction Administration activities, including submittal review, RFI coordination, and drawing development.
• Collaborating with the BIM department to maintain organizational standards for drawing production.
• Coordinating with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Providing technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers to ensure conformance with project design requirements.
• Supervising project engineers and design engineers in construction administration tasks and ensuring quality control of construction documents.

Salary

Pay Range $115,000-$150,000 salary depending on education, licensure, and applicable experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven years of full-time work experience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization.

• BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures)

• At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in Undergraduate coursework

• Transcripts showing completed courses in:

• Structural Analysis

• Mechanics of Materials

• Concrete

• Steel or Wood Design

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven years of full-time workexperience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization.

• Five years of experience training and supervising junior engineers.

• Two years of experience as a Structural Project Manager in a structural consulting organization.

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures.

• At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in Graduate coursework

• Transcripts showing completed graduate level courses in:

• Structural Design

• Steel or Wood Design

• Concrete

• Seismic

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California

• Structural Engineer (SE) License in California.

• Proficiency in FEA and structural design software, including ETABS, RISA, SAFE, RAM Steel, Enercalc, and spCol.

• Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including ACI 318, AISC 360, TMS 402/602, ASCE 7, ASCE 41, CBC, and CEBC.

• Ability to design multiple structural materials (concrete, steel, CMU, wood).

• Experience with managing HCAI/OSHPD projects and/or DSA projects.

• Experience developing retrofit schemes for existing structures.

• Experience designing healthcare, laboratory, or other highly regulated facilities.

• Solid understanding of seismic design principles and experience working in high seismic hazard zones.

• Skilled in preparing and overseeing the preparation of technical documents, structural drawings, and calculation packages.

• This person oversees, coordination, and communication for cross-team collaboration, and also actively performs these actions.

• Experience in managing successful profitable project budgets.

• Ability to supervise and mentor engineers and provide quality control oversight.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to balance multiple projects.

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• Duties require in-person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM at our office in Orange County Irvine for the training period.
• Following a satisfactory training period a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in the office may be accommodated.

Our Offices

Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and at the Irvine Towers in Irvine. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowing people to pursue their passions.

Our Employees

Are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy, and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and finding solutions.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.