Structural Department Manager

Structural Department ManagerSalary: ConfidentialLocation: Akron, OhioMinimum Degree: Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited institutionRelocation Assistance: AvailableLead. Build. Shape the Future of a Structural Engineering Practice.Are you an accomplished Structural Engineer ready to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can shape a department, mentor others, and guide complex industrial projects? If you’re seeking a long-term home where culture, collaboration, and innovation matter, this opportunity is for you.This position is with a well-established engineering & design-build firm with approximately 80-100 employees. The organization offers the agility of a smaller firm while maintaining the expertise and capabilities of a larger one. The culture emphasizes trust, teamwork, continuous learning, and long-term relationships. Many team members have built their careers here, and the company is now seeking its next Structural Department Manager to lead the discipline into the future.This is not a civil engineering role—only candidates with industrial structural engineering experience will be considered.The Role: Structural Engineering Department ManagerAs the Structural Department Manager, you’ll serve as the Senior Structural Engineer on client projects while also leading and developing a talented team of structural engineers and designers. You will guide technical quality, oversee project execution, manage departmental resources, and drive best practices across the discipline.This role plays a strategic and highly visible part within the organization—supporting operational excellence, mentoring emerging talent, and ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes for industrial clients.The company does not perform residential, commercial, or retail structural engineering. The work revolves around industrial, chemical, petrochemical, polymer, manufacturing, and process facilities.This role is hybrid, but consistent in-office presence is required (minimum 3 days per week). Fully remote work is not available.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect, schedule, and allocate structural department resources to meet project demandsLead, mentor, train, and evaluate structural staff; support hiring and department developmentMaintain and elevate department standards, procedures, workflows, and toolsServe as lead Structural Engineer for multidiscipline industrial projectsOversee and review designs, calculations, models, and drawingsProvide expert structural design for steel, concrete, masonry, and foundationsSolve complex design and constructability challengesReview contractor bids and prepare bid tabulationsConduct field visits, obtain measurements, and support construction activitiesEnsure all deliverables meet internal standards, client expectations, and applicable codesCollaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, contractors, and external partnersMaintain a strong safety mindset and promote safe field practicesQualifications:RequiredActive PE license with ability to seal engineering documents10+ years of consulting experience or 15+ years of structural department experienceExtensive industrial structural design experienceExperience leading or managing structural teamsStrong knowledge of applicable structural design codesProficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, STAAD, STAAD Foundation, and BluebeamAbility to perform field observations, including working at heightsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsLegally authorized to work in the U.S.Willingness to commute to the office on a hybrid schedulePreferredExperience with Revit, Navisworks, Tekla Tedds, RAM Elements, Hilti PROFIS, or similarBasic surveying skillsFamiliarity with laser scanning and point-cloud workflowsLimited stormwater/sewer design experience for small in-plant systemsWork Environment & ExpectationsHybrid schedule available after onboardingAbility to manage varied workloads and deadlinesOccasional domestic travelDependable, organized, and able to self-manageStrong cultural fit—collaborative, positive, committed to long-term growthWhy is This a Great Opportunity:Compensation & BenefitsFinancial & Time OffCompetitive salary ($150K-$185K)Overtime pay for hours over 40/week401(k) with discretionary matchProfit-sharing opportunitiesPaid time off + company holidaysTuition assistancePaid jury duty & bereavement leaveParking subsidyHealth & WellnessMedical, dental, and prescription coverageLife insurance & voluntary AD&DShort- and long-term disabilityHSA and FSA optionsDependent care FSAProfessional DevelopmentMentoring & career path supportReimbursement for technical certificationsProfessional society membership coveragePE registration reimbursementContinuing education supportAccess to modern engineering technologyBonus for passing professional certificationsCultureCasual dress codeCompany-sponsored eventsEmployee recognition programsAnnual longevity awardsTickets to sporting eventsFlexible work hoursHybrid office/remote scheduleScholarship opportunities for dependentsIf You’re Seeking Long-Term Stability, Growth, and Impact This Role Is Built for You.Join a company where your expertise will guide the future of its structural discipline—and where you can build a lasting, meaningful career.Nigel