Engineering Manager

Tamarack Grove • Bozeman, MT

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

Tamarack Grove Engineering is a structural engineering firm with a growing presence across North America, working in five market sectors: Commercial, Manufacturing, Facilities, Modular, and Federal/Public. The firm values relationships, servant leadership, respect, joy, integrity, and going beyond. The Bozeman, Montana office is seeking a leader to establish a strong local presence, lead projects and relationships nationally, hire and develop local talent, grow business, and steward a national client portfolio. The role offers the backing of an established firm with proven systems and infrastructure, along with the autonomy to build something unique. This is a hands-on leadership role, not purely supervisory, requiring a balance of technical problem-solving, client relationship management, business development, and team support.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of direct structural engineering industry experience, with demonstrated progression into project management and team leadership.
• E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) or E.I. (Engineer Intern) licensure is required.
• Bachelor of science degree in civil or structural engineering is required.
• Significant structural engineering project management, client management, and team leadership experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, client retention, and fee proposal development in an AEC or structural engineering environment.
• Expert-level structural engineering knowledge across commercial, residential, specialty, and complex project types.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, including hiring, mentoring, performance management, and team development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing, team, and executive contexts.
• Financial acumen across team profitability, project margin, fee development, and budget management.
• Comfort operating as a generalist leader in a small office environment, balancing technical production, team oversight, client development, and administrative responsibilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• P.E. licensure in civil or structural engineering is preferred; candidates who have obtained their E.I.T. and are actively pursuing their P.E. are encouraged to apply.
• An advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personal production output, including the delivery of complex structural projects with full engineer of record accountability.
• Provide QA/QC of structural design work performed by all team engineers; seal and stamp work in accordance with P.E. responsibilities.
• Maintain and update firm-wide engineering standards for production and design based on current codes and best practices.
• Assist with production, project management, and technical conflict resolution as needed across the team's active project portfolio.
• Prepare and oversee project proposals, fee estimates, specifications, budgets, schedules, and invoices.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities across the team to meet client deadlines and profitability targets.
• Set and forecast team financial goals for projects and personnel; meet or exceed profitability and revenue targets for the team.
• Monitor team utilization, project margins, and labor budgets; escalate concerns and implement corrective action as needed.
• Lead, manage, and develop the Bozeman engineering team through coaching, mentorship, consistent feedback, and performance accountability.
• Support team members and answer technical, industry-related, and company-related questions.
• Develop team members through team-building activities, performance evaluations, and establishing professional development goals.
• Partner with firm leadership on hiring decisions, team structure, and long-term Bozeman office growth.
• Lead weekly L10 team meetings, driving accountability, tracking priorities, and maintaining clear team communication.
• Provide the team with regular updates on projects, business development activities, and firm leadership direction.
• Serve as the primary relationship owner for the Bozeman team's existing client portfolio; actively maintain, strengthen, and grow those relationships to ensure long-term retention and repeat work.
• Lead business development for the team through client retention, pursuit of new client relationships, fee proposal development, and active participation in TGE's business development strategy.
• Collaborate with the Business Development and Marketing team on firm-level business development strategy, marketing initiatives, and market sector growth.
• Identify opportunities to expand service scope with existing clients and pursue new market sectors in alignment with TGE's growth targets.
• Represent TGE at industry events, professional organizations, client entertainment settings, and in the Bozeman community to build firm visibility and generate new business relationships.
• Set and actively work toward individual, team, and department business development goals; report progress to firm leadership through established accountability structures.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for the Bozeman office, coordinating with TGE's HR, IT, and administrative teams on office-related needs.
• Manage daily office operations including supplies, facilities, and vendor communication, ensuring the office reflects TGE's professional standards.
• Act in a professional manner, exemplifying TGE's core values and mission statement in all internal and external interactions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company paid)
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Spouse Life, and Child Life (company paid)
• Short-Term Disability (company paid)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Parental and Birthing Parent Leave
• 401(k) Plan with 3% Safe Harbor Employer Contribution
• Adventure Bravely Perk ($100 annual reimbursement for outdoor activity gear, passes, or experiences)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Professional Development Support
• P.E. Exam Comp Time and Fee Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager