Senior Structural Engineer — Lead Projects, Path to Ownership

Struggling to get that promotion at your current company? Want to have the chance to lead a growing team? A well‑established structural engineering firm with a strong reputation in the Carolinas for technical excellence, long‑term client relationships, and a genuinely supportive culture. Low turnover, transparent leadership, and a clear path to ownership. Work spans K‑12, commercial, higher ed, healthcare, retail, and data centers , with steady demand from repeat clients. Position Overview Hiring a Senior Engineer to lead technical delivery and/or client relationships in the Raleigh/Charlotte market. This person will represent the firm externally, lead project teams, and mentor engineers. Role can be aligned to Technical Leadership or Client Leadership , depending on strengths. Key Responsibilities Serve as a primary client contact across NC. Lead project meetings and industry engagement. Support BD in K‑12, commercial, and institutional markets. Technical & Project Leadership Oversee structural design for education, commercial, and institutional buildings. Provide high‑level technical review and QA/QC. Lead projects from concept to completion. Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers. Use Revit, RAM, RISA, and similar platforms. Team & Culture Contribute to a collaborative, development‑focused culture. Support long‑term planning as the NC workload grows. Qualifications Required: BS/MS in Civil or Structural Engineering PE (SE preferred) 10-15+ years structural building experience Proven project and client leadership Preferred: Existing NC client relationships (K‑12, higher ed, commercial, data centers) Background with strong structural firms Ability to step into leadership quickly Why Join? Outstanding culture with real career progression Path to ownership at Principal level Low turnover and stable workload #J-18808-Ljbffr LVI Associates