Senior Structural Managing Engineer

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of. Our focus spans the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. We integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes from concept to completion, including feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships.
• Actively participate in developing relationships with key clients, professional service organizations, and conferences/events.
• Conduct or participate in workshops and meetings with clients.
• Identify project opportunities, pursue them, and prepare proposals.
• Consult with clients to plan and develop strategies for their water resource needs.
• Work cooperatively with Practice Leads, Discipline Leads, and Operations Managers in local and national marketing efforts.
• Conduct kick-off meetings with key stakeholders to announce project starts, review project plans, and gain consensus.
• Identify high-level risks, assumptions, and constraints using historical data and expert judgment.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the Project Plan.
• Effectively manage multi-discipline teams for a wide range of water resources projects.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques to monitor progress, identify variances, and perform corrective actions.
• Execute tasks as defined in the project plan to achieve project goals.
• Identify key project team members, define roles and responsibilities, and develop a communication plan.
• Implement approved actions and workarounds to mitigate project risk events.
• Improve team performance by building team cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, and training.
• Evaluate and design water infrastructure projects and other civil engineering support tasks, including treatment facilities and distribution/conveyance facilities.
• Develop detailed designs, plans, and specifications for infrastructure projects, including pipeline storage and pump station design for storm drain, recycled water, and wastewater collection systems.
• Prepare or oversee preparation of planning reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for water, recycled water, and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage planning, design, and construction support services for water, recycled water, and wastewater infrastructure projects as a Design Project Manager.
• Design storm water management systems for water quality and quantity control.
• Prepare drainage, soil erosion and sediment control, utility relocation, right-of-way, staging, and construction plans, specifications, and engineering estimates for water resources and transportation projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited University.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 18+ years of experience in civil and/or hydraulic engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration is required; California PE registration strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with water resource infrastructure, including fishery-related projects, water conveyance, storm water networks, heavy grading, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and pump stations.
• Familiarity with Federal Agency codes and requirements, including FERC, USACE, USBR.
• Regular, predictable attendance.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Pay

$154,000 - $230,000 (DOE)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for stock ownership.
• Wellness reimbursement.