Structural Engineering Project Manager

About the role

DCI Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineering Project Manager in their Seattle, WA office. The ideal candidate will apply their structural engineering degree and experience to lead complex building projects, mentor junior engineers, collaborate across teams, and develop lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead building projects from start to finish, including developing, coordinating, and directing the production of engineering project documents
• Prepare fee proposals and contracts, develop workload and scheduling projections for project staff, and oversee calculations, design, and analysis of project elements
• Collaborate with engineers and BIM Designers to coordinate design details and construction document requirements, perform or oversee construction observations, and prepare reports
• Evaluate additional service requests, manage billing, coordinate permit responses, and provide construction support
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements

• 2 years of structural project management experience, plus 4+ years of structural design engineering experience
• A Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university and a Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience designing and managing projects using steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
• Experience with building evaluations, renovations, and seismic retrofits
• Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects
• Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with BIM Designers
• Desire to provide excellent service and build long-term client relationships
• Strong communication skills with clients and internal project teams

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and SE license preferred

Skills

• Designing and managing projects using steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
• Seismic and gravity framing systems across building types and materials
• Time management and multitasking skills
• Mentoring and coordinating with junior engineers and BIM Designers
• Excellent communication skills with clients and internal project teams

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tax-advantaged savings account options
• Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Short-Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage
• 401(k) with annual company contribution
• Eight paid holidays (including one floating holiday)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits (where available)
• Health & Fitness Program
• Cell phone benefit
• Seminar and licensing reimbursements