Structural Department Manager

We are seeking a full-time Structural Department Manager to join our Spokane, WA office. This leadership role is a key position within the firm and offers the opportunity to shape the strategic direction, growth, and visibility of our structural engineering practice while remaining actively engaged in technical leadership and project delivery.Established in 1965, we serve a diverse clientele across our nine offices in Idaho, Montana, Washington, North Dakota, and Pennsylvania. At our company, we take pride in fostering professional growth, providing engaging projects, and promoting long-term career development. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedules to support our employees' success.Why Join Us? We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Our team values long-term employment and rewards dedication with outstanding benefits, including:401K with employer matchEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)End-of-year performance bonusesShort-term & long-term disability insuranceGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrualYour Role: As the Structural Department Manager , you will provide technical, managerial, and business leadership for the structural group. You will be responsible for expanding the department's market presence, developing client relationships, mentoring staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality structural engineering services. Your key responsibilities include:Department Leadership & Strategy Lead and grow the structural engineering department, including staffing, workload planning, and mentoringEstablish and support technical standards, QA/QC procedures, and best practicesCollaborate with firm leadership on department strategy, revenue goals, and long-term growthFoster a positive, collaborative team culture focused on professional development and retentionBusiness Development & Client Engagement Lead and support business development efforts for structural engineering servicesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with public- and private-sector clientsIdentify new market opportunities and participate in strategic pursuitsLead or support proposal development, interviews, and marketing initiativesCoordinate with other department managers to pursue multidisciplinary projectsProject & Technical Leadership Serve as Engineer of Record and technical lead on complex structural projectsOversee project scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocationReview and approve structural designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and reportsProvide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers and designersParticipate in construction administration and field support as neededEnsure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulationsProject Types You will lead and manage a variety of projects, including:Municipal amenities & public structuresIndustrial facilities & equipment foundationsBridges, culverts, and fish passage structuresWhat We're Looking For We are seeking a motivated leader with strong technical expertise and a passion for business development . The ideal candidate is client-focused , collaborative , and eager to play a visible role in growing the firm's structural engineering practice. The ideal candidate will have:B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering with a structural focus (M.S. preferred) from an accredited university15+ years of structural engineering experience , including leadership responsibilitiesProven leadership skills with a track record of successfully managing projects and teamsStrong client relationship management and business development experienceAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and deliver high-quality work on scheduleExcellent verbal and written communication skillsFamiliar with AutoCAD and Revit SoftwareExperience living or working in Washington is a plusSalary: $125,000 - $150,000 annually (excludes year-end bonus), depending on experience, education, and qualifications.Ready to Take the Lead? If you are looking for a leadership role where you can build client relationships, grow a department, mentor engineers, and lead impactful projects, we want to hear from you!#J-18808-Ljbffr