Director of Structural Engineering

Location: Savannah, GA or other locations across Georgia, including Atlanta

Lead the Future of Structural Engineering

Director of Structural Engineering

Location: Savannah, GA or other locations across Georgia, including Atlanta

Lead the Future of Structural Engineering

An established and growing engineering consulting firm is seeking a Director of Structural Engineering to provide strategic leadership across its structural practice in Georgia.

This is an opportunity to do more than manage projects. You'll shape department strategy, develop future leaders, drive technical excellence, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. For professionals who are passionate about leadership, mentorship, and creating lasting impact through engineering, this role offers the platform to do all three.

The Opportunity

As Director of Structural Engineering, you will provide strategic leadership across engineering operations, project delivery, technical standards, staff development, business planning, and client relationships. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure the department continues to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while maintaining a collaborative and high-performing culture.

This role is ideal for an experienced PE or SE who enjoys leading people as much as they enjoy solving technical challenges. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, strengthen internal processes, mentor future leaders, and contribute directly to the firm's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

Department Leadership & Operations

• Lead and manage the Structural Engineering Department.
• Drive the development and continuous improvement of technical processes, standards, and best practices.
• Manage staffing, utilization, workload forecasting, and resource planning.
• Review departmental performance metrics, projections, and billings.
• Monitor operational efficiency and department performance.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and long-term business planning.

Project Management & Technical Leadership

• Oversee the successful delivery of all design projects within the department.
• Provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of structural projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Lead QA/QC efforts and establish a culture of technical excellence.
• Review engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and project deliverables.
• Coordinate project execution from concept through construction.
• Lead multidisciplinary design teams and collaborate with architects, contractors, and consultants.
• Support proposal development, project scoping, and client presentations.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Conduct employee performance reviews and career development planning.
• Mentor engineers at all levels of experience.
• Delegate project responsibilities while providing guidance and oversight.
• Foster a collaborative environment centered around professional growth and accountability.
• Support succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and technical excellence throughout the department.

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Build and strengthen relationships with clients and industry partners.
• Attend and participate in client meetings.
• Identify opportunities for growth across Georgia and surrounding markets.
• Support proposal preparation and project pursuits.
• Represent the firm at industry events and within the engineering community.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• 5+ years of engineering leadership, management, or department oversight experience.

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, building codes, and industry standards.
• Experience with Revit modeling and production of construction documents.
• Strong understanding of structural analysis and design methodologies.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and engineering software.
• Ability to prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plan sheets, details, and exhibits.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects from design through construction.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Leadership & Management Skills

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong organizational, financial, and project management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical oversight.
• Passion for developing people and building successful teams.
• Strong client-facing and relationship-building abilities.

A Mission Beyond Engineering

One of the most compelling aspects of this opportunity is the organization's commitment to creating impact beyond the workplace.

The firm's mission is to improve quality of life through greater access to STEM education, innovation, and opportunity. Leadership believes engineering should serve as a catalyst for stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities, and they actively invest in programs and initiatives that support this vision.

The organization is committed to:

• Expanding access to STEM education and career opportunities for individuals from all backgrounds.
• Empowering future generations through mentorship, scholarships, and educational initiatives.
• Promoting innovation, creativity, and problem-solving to address real-world challenges.
• Building partnerships that strengthen local communities and create meaningful opportunities.
• Investing in people and ideas that help communities thrive for generations to come.

For leaders who want their impact to extend beyond project delivery and into education, mentorship, innovation, and community development, this is a unique opportunity to align professional success with a broader purpose.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing structural engineering practice.
• Executive-level visibility and influence within the organization.
• Significant career progression and long-term leadership opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Collaborative and employee-focused culture built around trust, mentorship, and professional development.
• Diverse and impactful projects that strengthen and support communities across Georgia.
• Strong emphasis on leadership development and internal career progression.
• Opportunity to leave a lasting legacy through both project success and people development.
• Competitive compensation package, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.