Senior Lead Structural Engineer

Who We Are

We're currently building out our Washington D.C office and are seeking a Senior Leader to spearhead this exciting expansion. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role driving the growth of the office while managing teams, projects, and engineers.

LVI is partnered with a globally recognized structural engineering firm headquartered in Dallas, TX expanding into Mid- Atlantic with an office already in VA,. Since founding in 2004, the firm has grown to over 350 employees across 9 U.S. offices with expected growth to 1000 employees.

The company is known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. This role offers a unique chance to take ownership of a growing region and play a key part in shaping its long-term success.

We Operate In:

• Mission Critical and Data Centers
• Aviation
• Advanced Manufacturing

What You Will Do

• Design and document complex, medium to large building structures across multiple sectors
• Lead and manage design teams in collaboration with senior leadership and project stakeholders
• Oversee full project delivery including calculations, documentation, and stamping
• Perform and review structural analysis using hand calculations and modeling tools
• Coordinate structural detailing, material selection, and multidisciplinary integration
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Conduct site visits, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and prepare reports
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and support relationship development
• Contribute to business development through networking and proposal support
• Participate in internal training, peer reviews, and process improvement initiatives
• Monitor project performance, including financials and billing support

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis from an EAC/ABET accredited program (required); Master's degree required.
• Must hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of residence, with structural designation
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in building design, including at least 2 years in a leadership role; or a bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience
• Strong experience with concrete, steel, masonry, and wood design
• Proficiency in RAM Structural System or Tekla Structural Designer, Revit, and BIM 360
• Advanced knowledge of structural codes and design standards
• Proven leadership and project management experience
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Experience managing project financials and team coordination
• Commitment to mentoring, innovation, and continuous improvement