Senior Project Manager Structural (Buildings)
About the role
MSA is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Structural to lead building structure projects serving municipalities and public-sector clients. This role focuses on municipal facilities, water and wastewater treatment structures, waterfront infrastructure, parks & recreation facilities, and tank design — projects that communities depend on every day. This is a leadership position for someone who doesn’t just manage schedules — you drive outcomes, guide teams, steward financial performance, and build long-term client relationships.
Responsibilities
Project & Client Leadership: Accountable for the full project lifecycle, including pursuit lead, proposal development, and evaluation of Go/No-Go decisions with leadership.
Initiation & Planning: Define scope, WBS, budgets, and schedules; develop Project Management Plans (PMP) and QA/QC strategies; assemble and align internal and external project teams; establish stakeholder engagement strategies.
Execution: Lead internal and external kickoff meetings; facilitate client meetings and agency coordination; oversee milestone delivery and document quality; review complex technical documentation and calculations; stamp/certify deliverables when licensed.
Monitoring & Controlling: Track WIP, budget vs. actuals, scope, and schedule; manage invoicing and receivables; identify scope creep and secure amendments; manage ERP entries, resource allocation, and approvals.
Closure: Ensure all commitments are met; document lessons learned; capture marketing success stories; confirm and document client satisfaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
At least 10+ years of relevant Project Management experience (9 with advanced degree; 11 if unlicensed)
Professional licensure required (PE and/or SE license preferred)
Completion of MSA’s internal PM training or equivalent
Strong command of project financials (WIP, billings, budget vs. actual)
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
Experience negotiating scope, budget amendments, and sensitive financial discussions
Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to mentor and lead high-performing teams
Pay & Perks
The salary for this position ranges from $99,875 to $159,800 per year commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications.
Best-in-Industry Benefits
Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees
Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA’s Short Term Paid Leave
Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost
401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested
Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus