Structural Project Manager

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Structural Engineer ready to take greater ownership of projects, lead engineering teams, and play a bigger role in delivering structural engineering solutions?

Conrad Consulting is recruiting for a growing structural engineering consultancy based in Brooklyn that is looking to appoint an experienced Structural Project Manager to join its team.

This opportunity would suit a Structural Engineer with 6+ years of experience who has developed a strong technical background in building design and is looking to take the next step in their career.

Working on a mixture of residential and commercial projects throughout New York City, you'll be involved in new construction, renovations, and structural alterations, taking responsibility for projects from initial design through construction.

The company offers a collaborative working environment where engineers have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on projects, work directly with clients, and develop their leadership skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Project Ownership: Take responsibility for structural engineering projects from initial concept through construction.

  • Career Progression: Develop your career within a growing consultancy with opportunities to progress into senior leadership positions.

  • Interesting Projects: Work on a variety of residential and commercial buildings, including new construction, renovations, and structural alterations.

  • Technical Involvement: Remain hands-on with structural design while taking on greater project management responsibilities.

  • Leadership Opportunities: Oversee junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and help develop the next generation of structural engineers.

  • Client Exposure: Work directly with architects, developers, contractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.

The Role

As a Structural Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing structural engineering projects from initial design through construction administration.

  • Performing and overseeing structural analysis and design for residential and commercial buildings.

  • Designing and reviewing structural systems using steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber.

  • Leading and mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development.

  • Preparing and reviewing structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

  • Coordinating with architects, contractors, developers, and other engineering consultants.

  • Managing project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and resources.

  • Reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and resolving technical issues during construction.

  • Attending site visits to assess existing conditions and monitor construction progress.

  • Providing technical guidance and quality control throughout the design process.

  • Ensuring projects comply with NYC Building Codes and applicable structural design standards.

  • Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business.

What We're Looking For

  • 6+ years of structural engineering experience, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or actively working towards licensure.

  • Strong experience in the structural analysis and design of building structures.

  • Experience working on residential, commercial, new construction, and renovation projects.

  • Good knowledge of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structural systems.

  • Experience with structural engineering software such as ETABS, RAM, RISA, or SAP2000.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit.

  • Strong understanding of NYC Building Codes and applicable structural design standards.

  • Experience coordinating projects and overseeing junior engineers.

  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work directly with clients and external consultants.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're a Structural Engineer with 6+ years of experience looking to take the next step into project management, gain greater responsibility, and develop your career within a growing Brooklyn-based consultancy, I'd be interested in speaking with you.

For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Buddy Arthur at Conrad Consulting.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest confidence.