Principal, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger · United States

Principal, Structural Engineering Simpson Gumpertz & Heger - 3.8 Los Angeles, CA Job Details $214,240 - $273,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Business development management Customer relationship building Business development within consulting Professional ethics Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Client relationship development Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Construction industry experience Sales development Developing structural designs Structural systems Working on construction projects Structural analysis Full Job Description Do you want to help engineer what's next? Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients' most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH's industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what's possible. What makes careers at SGH so special? The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be. There are many reasons to love SGH: Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects. Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities. Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity. We want someone passionate about technical leadership and business development. As a Principal in Structural Design, you will provide leadership in the planning, design, and delivery of complex building and infrastructure projects. This role involves overseeing structural design across a variety of materials, including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber, for diverse project types such as commercial, residential, healthcare, higher education, cultural, and transportation facilities. The Position: Provide leadership in the design and investigation of structures across a broad range of sectors, including high-rise, long-span, temporary, and historic structures across a range of uses, markets, and industries. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including structural engineers, metallurgists, material scientists, and other technical specialists. Manage and deliver projects from concept through completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, client communication, and quality control. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and other stakeholders to generate new business opportunities and drive growth. Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff, supporting their technical and professional development. Contribute to SGH's thought leadership by participating in code development, industry committees, technical publications, and public speaking opportunities. Promote SGH's collaborative and ethical culture while helping to elevate the firm's national profile in structural engineering. What You'll Need: Master's degree, or higher, in Civil or Structural Engineering. Licensed Structural Engineer (S.E.) in California 15+ years of experience in structural engineering, including structural investigations and assessments, structural design, and construction-phase consulting. Experience providing litigation support including expert witness testimony, is a plus. Proven track record of technical excellence and leadership on complex projects involving building structures. Demonstrated business development skills and ability to build lasting client relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting technical topics to clients, peers, and public audiences. SGH prides itself on its standards of ethics and honesty; candidates must view these qualities as paramount. SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources. TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: SGH does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or candidate profiles. Please do not forward resumes or profiles for any of our job postings to our career site or to any Simpson Gumpertz & Heger employee. SGH is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.