Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer | New York, NY
100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
IMEG is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in New York, NY, to lead large, highly complex structural projects as a project manager or lead engineer. This role provides project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients while supporting positive outcomes.
You will lead engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems while working within project budgets, mentoring staff, and collaborating across disciplines. The team supports commercial and institutional work in the New York metro, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.
At a Glance
Location: New York, NY
Discipline: Structural
Markets: Commercial; Institutional
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Technical Path
Lead structural-system analysis and design efforts, developing detailed designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.
Perform site assessments and prepare detailed analysis and technical reports.
Work with clients to understand needs, gather requirements, communicate technical information, and maintain professional relationships.
Conduct in-process design reviews and implement quality control processes for structural designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence.
Provide technical training and mentoring and assist in resolving field issues with minimal support from senior staff.
Stay current on structural-engineering trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
Prioritize safety, conduct work ethically and professionally, and collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions.
Participate in project interviews and presentations.
OR
Project Management Path
Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity as the point of contact for teams and clients.
Collaborate with business development staff, Project Executives, Client Executives, and Market Directors/Leaders during initial project opportunities.
Assist with design scopes of work, fee calculations, proposal generation, and contract reviews.
Create project schedules with milestone targets and deadlines.
Prepare monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
Ensure designs meet owner, IMEG, and code requirements, complete quality-control processes, achieve milestone deliverables, and receive timely construction technical support.
Coordinate design staff and project schedules throughout design and construction, lead progress meetings, and provide meeting documentation.
Participate in project interviews and presentations.
Resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain appropriate approvals.
Train, mentor, and motivate staff while building and developing client relationships.
What You'll Bring
Candidates may qualify through either the Technical Path or Project Management Path below.
Technical Path
Required Skills and Abilities
Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
Project Management Path
Required Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline
Required for Both Paths
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required
Professional Engineer (PE) License required
Structural Engineer (SE) License and/or passed the Structural Engineer (SE) Exam required
10 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Skills and Abilities
Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures
Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred
Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises
About the Team
New York structural team serving the New York metro with active work in housing, commercial, healthcare, education, and civic / government markets.
Portfolio also includes hotels, garage / parking work, data center assignments, and mixed-use residential projects across New York, New Jersey, and nearby markets.
Recent work includes JDA Group LLC / Hoboken, NJ / JDA Group Hoboken - Building D Concept Design, Housing, and Montefiore Medical Center / New York, NY / Montefiore Mo