Structural Engineering Project Manager
DCI Engineers · Austin, TX
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- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Austin, TX
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Structural Engineering Project Manager
DCI Engineers · Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Lead complex building projects from start to finish.
- Manage projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Develop client relationships and proposals.
- Oversee structural design and analysis.
- Collaborate with BIM Designers on coordination.
About the role
Structural Engineering Project Manager
DCI Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineering Project Manager in our Austin, TX office. You’ll apply your structural engineering degree and hands-on experience to lead complex building projects, mentor junior engineers, collaborate across teams, and develop lasting client relationships.
What You’ll Do
As a Structural Engineering Project Manager, you will lead building projects from start to finish, including:
- Develop, coordinate, and direct the production of engineering project documents
- Prepare fee proposals and contracts
- Develop workload and scheduling projections for project staff
- Oversee calculations, design, and analysis of project elements
- Collaborate with engineers and BIM Designers to coordinate design details and construction document requirements
- Perform or oversee construction observations and prepare reports
- Review shop drawings during construction
- Evaluate additional service requests, manage billing, and coordinate permit responses and construction support
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships
What You Bring
To succeed as a Structural Engineering Project Manager, you should bring the following skills and experiences:
- 1-4 years of structural project management experience, plus 4+ years of structural design engineering experience
- Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university and PE license required
- Experience designing and managing projects using steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
- Experience with building evaluations, renovations, and seismic retrofits
- Skilled in designing all categories of lateral and gravity framing systems across building types and materials
- Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects
- Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with BIM Designers
- Desire to provide excellent service and build long-term client relationships
- Strong communication skills with clients and internal project teams
- Master’s degree and SE license preferred
Why DCI Engineers
At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a lifestyle you crave. With 20+ offices across the United States and 35+ years of experience, we’ve built a firm that challenges employees to step outside the box, provide creative solutions, and deliver exceptional value to projects. We foster a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, where mentorship, professional growth, and work/life balance are a priority. Your time outside of work fuels your productivity, creativity, and professional development, and we encourage our employees to pursue it.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
- Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Tax-advantaged savings account options
- Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage
- 401(k) with annual company contribution
- 8 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Commuter benefits (where available)
- Health & Fitness Program
- Cell phone benefit
- Seminar and licensing reimbursements
Key skills/competency
- Structural Engineering Project Management
- Structural Design
- Building Projects
- Client Relationships
- Mentoring Junior Engineers
- BIM Coordination
- Construction Documents
- Project Documentation
- Fee Proposals
- Construction Observations
Skills & topics
- Structural Engineering
- Project Management
- Civil Engineering
- Building Design
- Structural Analysis
- Steel Design
- Concrete Design
- Wood Design
- Masonry Design
- Seismic Retrofit
- PE License
- Austin Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 1-4 years of structural project management and 4+ years of design experience. Emphasize PE license and relevant project types.
- Showcase your skills: Detail experience with steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and seismic retrofits. Mention leadership and client relationship abilities.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss project management strategies, design challenges, and client communication.
- Understand DCI's culture: Research their focus on collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance. Align your values with theirs.
Technical preparation
Master structural design principles.,Practice project management techniques.,Review steel, concrete, wood, masonry.,Familiarize with seismic retrofit methods.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex project you led.,How do you mentor junior engineers?,How do you manage client expectations?,How do you handle multiple project deadlines?
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key qualifications for the Structural Engineering Project Manager role at DCI Engineers?
- The key qualifications for a Structural Engineering Project Manager at DCI Engineers include a Civil or Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university, a PE license, 1-4 years of structural project management experience, and 4+ years of structural design engineering experience. Experience with various materials like steel, concrete, wood, and masonry, as well as building evaluations and seismic retrofits, is essential. A Master's degree and SE license are preferred.
- What is the work arrangement for the Structural Engineering Project Manager position in Austin, TX?
- The job description indicates the Structural Engineering Project Manager position is based in the Austin, TX office. While not explicitly stated as remote or hybrid, the emphasis on office-based responsibilities like client meetings and site visits suggests it is likely an on-site or hybrid role, with primary duties performed from the Austin office.
- What kind of projects will a Structural Engineering Project Manager handle at DCI Engineers?
- A Structural Engineering Project Manager at DCI Engineers will lead complex building projects from initiation to completion. This includes overseeing the design, calculations, analysis, and coordination of various project elements using steel, concrete, wood, and masonry. Projects can involve new construction, building evaluations, renovations, and seismic retrofits across different building types.
- What benefits does DCI Engineers offer to its employees?
- DCI Engineers offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary with bonus opportunities, company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, company-paid life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, and a health & fitness program. They also provide a cell phone benefit and reimbursements for seminars and licensing.
- How does DCI Engineers support professional growth for its Structural Engineering Project Managers?
- DCI Engineers fosters professional growth through mentorship, a supportive entrepreneurial culture, and encouragement for employees to step outside the box. They offer opportunities for leadership and the chance to manage complex projects, contributing to skill development. Seminar and licensing reimbursements further support continuous learning and career advancement.