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Morgan Construction Management (MCM) provides exceptional construction project management services to our clients in various markets that comprise of government, transportation, educational and religious institutions, housing and commercial. Since 2011, MCM serves its clients in the private and public sectors. MCM manages all phases of projects from programming to implementation and from pre-construction to post construction.
Job Summary
MCM is seeking a Design Project Manager (Structural Engineer). The candidate must be a licensed PE in Pennsylvania with experience working in the school buildings and facilities' construction industry. Primarily, the position will involve projects at existing educational buildings and associated support facilities, as well as some site work. The ideal candidate will provide support to the Office of Capital Programs Team at the School District of Philadelphia. This position reports directly to the Design Manager..
We offer
- Starting salary range of $110,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Annual discretionary bonus eligibility based on company success.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3% company match.
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Paid time off and Paid Holidays.
- Generate and advertise RFPs for the selection of 3rd party design firms.
- Review and approval proposals from 3rd party design firms.
- Manage contracts and approve invoices of design firms.
- Develop scope determination reports for Capital Improvement Projects by assessing structural systems and existing building conditions, including foundations, framing, slabs, roofs, walls, lateral systems, structural deficiencies, and required repairs or reinforcements for both renovation and new construction projects.
- Technical review and approval of design development plans and construction documents.
- Prepare bid specifications and IFBs and provide design support to the Capital Improvement Project Team during bid and construction phases.
- Contribute to the evaluation, restoration, repair design, and preservation of existing historic schools, construction materials, and building systems.
- Engage with the Philadelphia L&I department and other external agencies.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure constructability of building systems.
- Work with other internal departments (Environmental, Construction, Facilities & Maintenance and Space Planning).
- Perform related work as required.
- Support development of long-range facilities plans and capital investment strategies.
- Assist in evaluating consultant and contractor performance.
- Participate in special initiatives related to facilities planning, funding, and capital program governance.
- Respond to inquiries from our client's staff, building staff, facilities and community stakeholders regarding capital projects.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of professional structural engineering experience related to schools, commercial buildings, institutional facilities, construction projects, renovations, and structural assessments.
- Knowledge of structural engineering systems, including steel, concrete, masonry, wood, foundations, framing systems, lateral force-resisting systems, and structural rehabilitation.
- Experience with the building permit process in the City of Philadelphia.
- Experience designing electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to coordinate structural design work with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, and fire protection disciplines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports, review drawings and specifications, and communicate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and related structural design and drafting software for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating structural construction documents and technical drawings.
- Ability to evaluate existing buildings, identify structural deficiencies, and develop practical repair, renovation, and reinforcement recommendations.
- Ability to prepare project scopes, technical reports, structural assessments, cost estimates, and construction documentation for renovation and new construction projects.
- Familiarity with applicable structural and building codes, including the International Building Code, City of Philadelphia Building Code, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7, and relevant masonry, wood, and foundation design standards.
- Understanding of building permit processes, including structural plan review, code compliance, and coordination with the City of Philadelphia permitting process.
- Ability to communicate structural issues, design recommendations, and technical concepts clearly to construction professionals, internal departments, stakeholders, and decision makers.
- Strong coordination skills to work effectively with project teams, consultants, contractors, inspectors, and other departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and related project documentation.
At Morgan Construction Management, we value our employees and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Join our team and contribute to exciting projects that shape the built environment!
Morgan Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
Morgan Construction Management (MCM) provides exceptional construction project management services to our clients in various markets that comprise of government, transportation, educational and religious institutions, housing and commercial. Since 2011, MCM serves its clients in the private and public sectors. MCM manages all phases of projects from programming to implementation and from pre-construction to post construction.
Job Summary
MCM is seeking a Design Project Manager (Structural Engineer). The candidate must be a licensed PE in Pennsylvania with experience working in the school buildings and facilities' construction industry. Primarily, the position will involve projects at existing educational buildings and associated support facilities, as well as some site work. The ideal candidate will provide support to the Office of Capital Programs Team at the School District of Philadelphia. This position reports directly to the Design Manager..
We offer
- Starting salary range of $110,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Annual discretionary bonus eligibility based on company success.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3% company match.
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Paid time off and Paid Holidays.
- Generate and advertise RFPs for the selection of 3rd party design firms.
- Review and approval proposals from 3rd party design firms.
- Manage contracts and approve invoices of design firms.
- Develop scope determination reports for Capital Improvement Projects by assessing structural systems and existing building conditions, including foundations, framing, slabs, roofs, walls, lateral systems, structural deficiencies, and required repairs or reinforcements for both renovation and new construction projects.
- Technical review and approval of design development plans and construction documents.
- Prepare bid specifications and IFBs and provide design support to the Capital Improvement Project Team during bid and construction phases.
- Contribute to the evaluation, restoration, repair design, and preservation of existing historic schools, construction materials, and building systems.
- Engage with the Philadelphia L&I department and other external agencies.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure constructability of building systems.
- Work with other internal departments (Environmental, Construction, Facilities & Maintenance and Space Planning).
- Perform related work as required.
- Support development of long-range facilities plans and capital investment strategies.
- Assist in evaluating consultant and contractor performance.
- Participate in special initiatives related to facilities planning, funding, and capital program governance.
- Respond to inquiries from our client's staff, building staff, facilities and community stakeholders regarding capital projects.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of professional structural engineering experience related to schools, commercial buildings, institutional facilities, construction projects, renovations, and structural assessments.
- Knowledge of structural engineering systems, including steel, concrete, masonry, wood, foundations, framing systems, lateral force-resisting systems, and structural rehabilitation.
- Experience with the building permit process in the City of Philadelphia.
- Experience designing electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to coordinate structural design work with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, and fire protection disciplines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports, review drawings and specifications, and communicate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and related structural design and drafting software for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating structural construction documents and technical drawings.
- Ability to evaluate existing buildings, identify structural deficiencies, and develop practical repair, renovation, and reinforcement recommendations.
- Ability to prepare project scopes, technical reports, structural assessments, cost estimates, and construction documentation for renovation and new construction projects.
- Familiarity with applicable structural and building codes, including the International Building Code, City of Philadelphia Building Code, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7, and relevant masonry, wood, and foundation design standards.
- Understanding of building permit processes, including structural plan review, code compliance, and coordination with the City of Philadelphia permitting process.
- Ability to communicate structural issues, design recommendations, and technical concepts clearly to construction professionals, internal departments, stakeholders, and decision makers.
- Strong coordination skills to work effectively with project teams, consultants, contractors, inspectors, and other departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and related project documentation.
At Morgan Construction Management, we value our employees and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Join our team and contribute to exciting projects that shape the built environment!
Morgan Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural project engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, or RISA
- Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration with PE pursuit in progress
- Experience producing construction documents and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams
- Working knowledge of IBC, AISC, ACI, and applicable local building codes
- Familiarity with BIM workflows and software such as Revit Structure
Tips for Your Structural Project Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project delivery
Hiring managers for structural project engineer roles want to see projects taken from design through construction documents. List specific structural systems you've engineered, software you used, and the scale of each project, not just your job duties.
Highlight your PE licensure status clearly
State whether you're licensed, EIT-certified, or pursuing licensure, and in which states. Many postings screen on this before reviewing anything else, so put it near the top of your resume rather than burying it in a credentials section.
Target firms by structural specialty
A firm focused on high-rise concrete work hires differently than one specializing in timber or prefabricated steel. Filter openings by the structural system you know best and apply where your materials experience matches the firm's portfolio.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists structural project engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for technical design exercises
Many structural engineering interviews include a take-home or whiteboard problem involving load calculations or connection design. Review AISC and ACI code provisions relevant to your specialty so you can work through problems without referencing notes.
Negotiate using project responsibility scope
When discussing compensation, frame your value around the project delivery stages you own independently. Engineers who manage subconsultants, coordinate with architects, or lead plan review responses command higher offers than those who describe only analysis tasks.
Structural Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most structural project engineers?
The companies hiring the most structural project engineers right now include DCI Engineers, Thornton Tomasetti, and MK Consulting, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in firms handling large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and institutional projects.
How many structural project engineer jobs are remote?
About 52% of structural project engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on coordination this role requires. Sub-disciplines with the highest remote share tend to be peer review, code consulting, and forensic engineering, where site presence is less continuous than on active design-build projects.
How do you become a structural project engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an EIT. Gain experience under a licensed PE working on structural design and documentation, then pass the PE exam and, if you want a structural specialty, the Structural Engineering exam offered in many states.
Can you get hired as a structural project engineer with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire at the entry level specifically to develop engineers through project work. Strengthen your candidacy by completing relevant coursework in structural analysis and design, building proficiency in industry software like ETABS or SAP2000, and showcasing senior capstone or internship projects that demonstrate you can apply code provisions to real structural systems.
What does the structural project engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your background and software experience, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through a past project or solve a design problem involving load paths or connection details. Final rounds often include a meeting with project managers or principals to assess how you'd handle client communication and construction-phase questions.
Where can I find and apply to structural project engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to structural project engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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