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Structural Project Executive/Principal-in-Charge | Portland, OR 100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Structural Leader in Portland, OR or Vancouver, Washington. In this role, you will assist the Client Executive in managing the team by developing and maintaining client relationships, while bringing a high level of proficiency in managing large projects within one or more markets.

• Grow the team’s project pipeline by building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for new business and repeat engagements, and being visible and active in the market and within the IMEG Selling Boldly program.
• Manage client and project fees with a total aggregate value of approximately $2M.
• Bring in new projects on a regular basis.
• Contribute directly or as a team member to new fees of approximately $1M on an annual basis.
• Promote staff understanding of business development principles, emphasizing client relationships, market positioning, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Participate in promotional activities that establish IMEG as an expert in selective markets.
• Serve as a Project Manager on most assigned projects.
• Take a major role in developing and presenting for client interviews.
• Coordinate with the Client Executive and marketing department on business development opportunities and marketing efforts.
• Participate in local market focused organizations and corporate market focused meetings to track market changes and trends and align business development messaging.
• Be responsible for the financial success of projects they manage or direct and assist the Client Executive in collection of accounts receivable on projects for which the team is responsible.
• Support the efforts of the Technical Operations Team to provide technical training and consistency across Teams, assist with updating the marketing database with the team’s leads and proposals, and provide leadership and mentoring to senior staff on client relations and project management.

• Required Education Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, or higher, in engineering, architecture, structural engineering or a similar related field preferred PE license required, SE preferred
• Experience Significant stock ownership representing, at a minimum, a clear, forward focused path to the Associate Principal level Minimum 10 years required, 15 years preferred, of project management, construction management, or related experience
• Required Skills/Abilities Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook Expert level mastery of the technical aspects of one’s discipline Demonstrated aptitude to design/manage major projects Ability to mentor, motivate, and lead others Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Pacific Northwest structural team with a highly visible seismic retrofit and utility specialty. Seismic rehabilitation for schools, fire stations, and police facilities. SRGP / TAP assessment work across Oregon districts and public agencies. Utility and power equipment qualification, especially transformers, reactors, and substations. Recent work includes Clark Public Utilities Operations Center New Data Room, Utility Company, and Redmond Fire Station 404 Seismic Rehabilitation, Government / Municipal.

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day) Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• Health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement
• employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment

State of Washington Salary Range: $158,000.00-$203,000.00 per year. The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email careers@imegcorp.com.

As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered on the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.

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