Senior Level Structural Project Engineer Jobs
Senior level structural project engineer jobs place experienced engineers in command of complex structural systems, leading design decisions, managing project delivery, and guiding the technical staff who execute them. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities, and employers like KPFF Consulting Engineers, WALTER P MOORE, and Lochmueller hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Project Manager (Structural Engineering)
Location: Glendale, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday (On-site)
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Base pay starts at $100,000+
Overview:
A growing engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support its structural engineering practice. This role is responsible for leading multiple projects, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence from proposal through project completion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple structural engineering projects from initial design through project completion
- Develop and oversee structural systems for commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, residential, and other building projects
- Perform and oversee structural analysis, calculations, design, and preparation of construction documents
- Design and manage projects utilizing structural systems including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and/or post-tensioned concrete
- Collaborate directly with the Principal-in-Charge on structural system selection, design approach, and technical execution
- Review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and deliverables prepared by Project Engineers and design staff
- Ensure technical accuracy, quality control, constructability, and compliance with applicable building codes and project standards
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, developers, contractors, and other project stakeholders
- Establish and manage project scope, fees, budgets, staffing requirements, and schedules in partnership with firm leadership
- Monitor project costs and timelines to maintain profitability and contractual commitments
- Identify changes in project scope and prepare proposals for additional services when necessary
- Coordinate, prepare, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, proposals, and other client solicitations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required/preferred; California licensure is required
- Structural Engineer (S.E.) license is preferred
- Approximately 7+ years of structural engineering experience, with demonstrated project leadership responsibilities
- Strong background in the structural design of buildings, ideally including commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, high-end residential, or similar projects
Job Title: Project Manager (Structural Engineering)
Location: Glendale, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday (On-site)
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Base pay starts at $100,000+
Overview:
A growing engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support its structural engineering practice. This role is responsible for leading multiple projects, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence from proposal through project completion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple structural engineering projects from initial design through project completion
- Develop and oversee structural systems for commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, residential, and other building projects
- Perform and oversee structural analysis, calculations, design, and preparation of construction documents
- Design and manage projects utilizing structural systems including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and/or post-tensioned concrete
- Collaborate directly with the Principal-in-Charge on structural system selection, design approach, and technical execution
- Review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and deliverables prepared by Project Engineers and design staff
- Ensure technical accuracy, quality control, constructability, and compliance with applicable building codes and project standards
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, developers, contractors, and other project stakeholders
- Establish and manage project scope, fees, budgets, staffing requirements, and schedules in partnership with firm leadership
- Monitor project costs and timelines to maintain profitability and contractual commitments
- Identify changes in project scope and prepare proposals for additional services when necessary
- Coordinate, prepare, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, proposals, and other client solicitations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required/preferred; California licensure is required
- Structural Engineer (S.E.) license is preferred
- Approximately 7+ years of structural engineering experience, with demonstrated project leadership responsibilities
- Strong background in the structural design of buildings, ideally including commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, high-end residential, or similar projects
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Senior Level Structural Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level structural project engineer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for engineers who have owned structural design from concept through construction documents, not just contributed to a team. A strong portfolio of completed projects, proficiency in analysis software like ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA, and demonstrated experience coordinating with architects and contractors all signal readiness. Leadership on multi-discipline projects and any PE licensure give candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level structural project engineers?
Companies hiring senior level structural project engineers right now include KPFF Consulting Engineers, WALTER P MOORE, and Lochmueller, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large multidiscipline engineering firms, specialized structural consultancies, general contractors with in-house engineering teams, and public agencies managing major infrastructure programs.
Are there remote senior level structural project engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles involve some site coordination or client-facing work that limits fully remote arrangements. About 36% of senior level structural project engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid setups being the most common at this level. Fully remote positions tend to be concentrated in roles focused on analysis, modeling, and documentation rather than construction administration.
What makes a structural project engineer role senior level?
Senior level structural project engineer roles are defined by ownership rather than contribution. Engineers at this stage lead the structural scope on projects, make independent design decisions, review and sign off on the work of junior and mid-level staff, and serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients and project managers. The expectation is deep expertise in at least one structural discipline and the ability to manage competing project demands without close supervision.
Which industries hire the most senior level structural project engineers?
Senior level structural project engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they consistently deliver capital-intensive projects, complex infrastructure programs, and large-scale developments that require experienced engineers who can own technical scope and manage risk from start to finish.