Senior Structural Engineer/Project Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Charlotte office and play a key role in its continued growth. You'll lead complex and diverse structural projects, mentor engineers, strengthen client relationships, and help expand Bennett & Pless' presence in the market. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading projects and teams while remaining actively involved in structural design. At Bennett & Pless, Project Managers continue to do the engineering work they enjoy while building client relationships, mentoring engineers, and leading projects from concept through completion.

About Bennett & Pless

For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has delivered structural engineering solutions across a wide range of markets, including manufacturing, industrial, commercial, education, public, and adaptive reuse. With offices across the Southeast and Midwest, we combine the resources of a growing firm with a collaborative culture, technical excellence, and a commitment to developing our people.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of structural systems for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse projects across multiple market sectors.
• Manage structural engineering projects and lead project teams, ensuring successful delivery through compliance with applicable codes, client requirements, budgets, schedules, and Bennett & Pless QA/QC standards.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and other project partners throughout all phases of design and construction.
• Perform site visits, structural assessments, investigations, and construction milestone reviews.
• Develop cost-effective engineering solutions, respond to RFIs, and support construction administration activities.
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers and designers by providing technical guidance, coaching, and quality reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience managing structural engineering projects, leading project teams, and successfully balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective client and team relationships.
• Experience designing steel and concrete structures, including low- to mid-rise buildings with shallow foundation systems.
• Proficiency with Revit and structural analysis/modeling software used in the design of building structures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with masonry, high wind/seismic design, wood design, and/or other specialized structural systems.
• Experience supporting business development through proposal development, technical content, or responses to RFQs/RFPs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Flexible schedules.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness allowance.
• Career and leadership development opportunities.