Director, Structural Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Director, Structural Engineering

New York, NY | Hybrid | Full-Time

About Us

Shape the iconic skyline of New York! Join HLZAE, a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants. We build more than buildings—we build confidence in compliance, restoration, and renewal. As a trusted leader in architecture, building envelope consulting, and façade restoration, we partner with clients to preserve and enhance New York City’s iconic skyline. Our team brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to excellence across every phase of design, inspection, and construction administration.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Director, Structural Engineering to lead our Structural Engineering studio and oversee a team of professional engineers and technical staff. In this role, you will be responsible for structural design excellence, staff development, resource planning, and studio profitability, while serving as a key liaison between the Structural Engineering team and the Management Team.

You will provide senior-level technical leadership across complex structural projects involving existing buildings, restoration, rehabilitation, and forensic investigations. The Director will also manage a select portfolio of projects, functioning as Project Manager for approximately 25% of the role.

This is a strategic, people-focused leadership role that shapes technical standards, strengthens team culture, and advances company-wide initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Lead People & Operations

• Direct studio staffing, workload balance, and resource planning for the Structural Engineering team.
• Build and sustain a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on accountability, quality, and growth.
• Coach and develop engineers through mentorship, performance feedback, and career planning.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of structural engineering staff as needed.

Drive Quality & Technical Excellence

• Required to sign and seal various structural team inspection reports.
• Establish and uphold technical standards for structural analysis, design, repair, and documentation.
• Oversee and approve key structural engineering deliverables to ensure accuracy, constructability, and code compliance.
• Provide senior technical guidance on projects involving steel, concrete, masonry, cast iron, and wood structures.
• Serve as a technical resource for complex conditions including façade deterioration, structural stabilization, historic construction, and forensic investigations.
• Engage specialty consultants and senior leadership when needed to elevate project outcomes.

Manage Financial & Project Performance

• Partner with Project Managers to oversee project budgeting, staffing plans, schedules, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor studio and project-level financial performance, including profitability, utilization, and billing progress.
• Assist with reducing Aged Accounts Receivable and improving cash flow.
• Identify opportunities to improve studio efficiency, workflows, and delivery processes.

Guide Strategy & Communication

• Champion HLZAE’s mission, values, technical standards, and safety culture.
• Communicate studio performance, staffing needs, and priorities to the Management Team.
• Participate in strategic planning and contribute to firm-wide initiatives impacting growth and operations.

Lead Projects

• Serve as Project Manager for selected structural engineering projects (approximately 25% of the role).
• Support business development efforts, proposal development, and client relationship management as needed.
• Represent HLZAE in client meetings, site visits, and industry engagements.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• 12–15+ years of experience in structural engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• QPSI – Qualified Parking Structure Inspector; will need the ability to procure if not already obtained.
• Demonstrated success leading technical teams and managing staff performance and development.
• Strong project management expertise, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.
• In-depth knowledge of NYC Building Codes, zoning regulations, and existing building requirements.
• Extensive experience with existing buildings, structural repair, restoration, and renovation projects.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in façade restoration, building envelope consulting, or exterior rehabilitation.
• QEWI – Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector certification preferred.
• Background in forensic investigations, historic preservation, or complex structural assessments.
• Experience conducting or overseeing work at heights using supported and suspended scaffolding.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and structural analysis software; adaptable to evolving technologies.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid work schedule.
• Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Local travel to job sites as required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $200,000 - $250,000 based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401(k) plan with match.
• Paid time off: Holiday, vacation, sick, personal, and birthday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

HLZAE, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HLZAE, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [ View email address on ziprecruiter.com ].

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