Structural Project Manager

Structural Project Manager

National award-winning studio and winner of Design Firm of the Year is actively seeking a Structural Project Manager to join either their Tacoma office. With over 19 offices across the U.S., the award-winning architecture + engineering firm specializes in K-12 through college/university, healthcare, sports and corporate business sectors across the U.S. The company has won over 500 design awards and is recognized for shaping learning environments for students and the community. It's well established culture has also led the firm being named to the list of "Best Places to Work." For over forty years, the multidisciplinary studio has created a client base of more than two-hundred clients, a list that includes university systems, hospital system, school districts, and Fortune 500 companies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

We are seeking a talented Structural Project Manager to join a dynamic and forward-thinking structural engineering team. In this role, you will work independently while collaborating closely with the group Principal, serving as the primary point of contact for all project coordinationboth within the structural team and with external partners such as architects, MEP engineers, and other disciplines. You will be responsible for overseeing structural design, managing project documentation, and ensuring seamless communication throughout all project phases, including Construction Administration.

This is an outstanding opportunity for professional growth and advancement within a progressive firm that values innovation and client service. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, and are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, client-focused, and adept at creative problem-solving.

• Drive the growth and development of the structural team in the Pacific Northwest.
• Lead and participate in coordination meetings with other disciplines, as well as design review sessions with supervisors, clients, and owners.
• Engage with owner-client agencies to discuss project scope and structural design methodologies.
• Coordinate the preparation of construction documents to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Author and maintain structural specifications; select construction procedures, materials, and member sizes; and perform all necessary engineering calculations.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, change proposals, and change orders, ensuring all updates are accurately incorporated into project documents.
• Communicate design and coordination details clearly to project teams, and prepare thorough engineering reports, memos, and correspondence.
• Conduct site observations during construction and prepare detailed reports based on findings.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis (Master's degree preferred).
• Licensed Structural Engineer (S.E.) in the State of Washington.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive, full-time structural engineering experience.
• At least 3 years of experience leading multi-discipline project teams is preferred.
• Deep understanding of state and national building codes, including ASCE, AISC, ACI, MSJC, NDS, and others.
• Proficiency with industry-standard engineering and office tools (e.g., ETABS, SAFE, RISA, RAM, ENERCALC, Excel, Bluebeam).
• Expertise in the design of structural systems utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

This position offers an excellent path for career advancement within a collaborative and innovative environment. If you are passionate about structural engineering and thrive in a client-oriented, team-driven setting, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to receiving your application! Apply today to learn more.