Structural Regional Lead
Freese and Nichols · Tampa, FL · 1 mo ago
HybridManagementFull-time
About the role
Freese and Nichols is making a long-term, strategic investment in Florida, and structural engineering is a key part of that growth. We are seeking a Structural Regional Leader and Project Manager to help expand our presence, strengthen client relationships, and build a high-performing structural team across the state.
Key Responsibilities
Market & Client Leadership
- Lead structural-focused business development aligned with Florida growth strategy
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners
- Develop and execute pursuit strategies, including proposals and interviews
- Serve as a client representative for priority and growth clients
Team Leadership & Growth
- Build, lead, and mentor a growing structural team
- Identify hiring needs and support strategic recruitment
- Develop staff through coaching, mentoring, and career development planning
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture
Project Leadership & Delivery
- Serve as Project Manager on complex structural projects
- Oversee scope, schedule, and budget to ensure successful delivery
- Lead multidisciplinary coordination across projects
- Drive continuous improvement through client feedback
Technical Leadership & Quality
- Serve as a senior technical advisor on structural design and analysis
- Review and approve calculations, plans, and specifications
- Ensure quality, constructability, and adherence to firm standards
- Support complex inspections, assessments, and problem-solving
Operations & Collaboration
- Support group planning, staffing, and workload forecasting
- Cookordinate with Group Managers and firm leadership on resource alignment
- Contribute to strategic planning and operational performance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- 15+ years of structural engineering experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida (or ability to obtain)
- Proven success in project delivery and client relationship management
- Experience leading teams and delivering high-quality work
Pay
Competitive salary and benefits package
Schedule
Hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday