Sphinx Staffing

About the Opportunity

A well-established design, engineering, and construction firm with nearly 150 years of history is seeking a Manager of Structural Engineering for their Irvine, CA office. This is a leadership role with direct impact on department direction, staffing, and project delivery across a diverse portfolio of clients and sectors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage all structural engineering activities for the department
• Produce working drawings and specifications for projects within the office
• Assist other engineering managers at additional office locations as needed
• Collaborate with the Director of Engineering on long-range planning and department objectives
• Ensure structural engineering services meet professional standards, client requirements, and company objectives
• Provide quality oversight and senior technical leadership on complex projects
• Interface with Project Managers to determine staffing needs
• Participate in proposal presentations and business development activities
• Mentor, recruit, and develop engineering staff

Project Types

Candidates should have experience delivering structural engineering on projects such as:

• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Government and federal buildings
• Healthcare facilities (OSHPD)
• Education facilities (DSA)
• Aviation and aerospace facilities
• Commercial and corporate buildings
• Corrections and justice facilities

Candidates with backgrounds exclusively in transit/rail, offshore/renewable energy, oil/gas refinery, or telecom infrastructure are not a match for this role.

Requirements

• 4-year civil or structural engineering degree
• 16+ years of structural engineering experience in building and facility design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required -- California preferred
• Proficiency in structural engineering design software
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience managing or mentoring a team of engineers

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $170,000 - $225,000
• Medical, Dental, Life, STD, LTD
• 401K with company match