Engineering Supervisor

Bennett & Pless Inc•Countryside, VA

About The Position

For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 9 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 10 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base. We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Supervisor to join our growing team in our Loudoun, VA office. The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the full project cycle—from initial conceptual design and development through to the completion of construction. In this leadership role, you will manage client relationships, act as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record as needed, and regularly attend project meetings and industry events to grow client partnerships and identify future work. You will also supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, supporting their professional development and ensuring alignment with project and business goals. This includes managing team performance, facilitating weekly meetings, and guiding resource planning and workload allocation across offices using tools such as, Microsoft Teams, and Excel. The Engineering Supervisor will also collaborate with Department and Regional Managers on staffing, business planning, recruiting, and revenue goals. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about engineering and ready to take on a visible leadership role in a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

Requirements

PE or SE License
BS w/ PE, MS w/ PE and / or SE
10 to 20 years experience in commercial or institutional building design
Active Professional Engineer license, possibly in multiple states
Prior experience with Revit is needed
Experience with industry standard software, including but not limited to Microsoft products, Bentley (RAM) products, RISA, EnerCalc, Adapt
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines, and bring each to completion.
Ability to identify applicable codes in project-specific jurisdictions and apply to the project.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required
Be self motivated and able to work within a team structure and also work independently.
Be willing to take ownership of all work performed.

Nice To Haves

Seismic experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage and develop client relationships and lead meetings with architects, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project success
Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, overseeing performance, workload, and professional development
Problem solve challenging technical design issues during design and construction. Review drawings to confirm that office quality control standards are being upheld. Provide assistance in the response to complex field construction questions and RFI responses.
Facilitate regular team meetings to manage resources, share project updates, and promote collaboration across offices
Manage client relationships and lead coordination with architects, contractors, and internal teams
Act as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record (EOR) on select projects
Oversee construction document preparation, and technical deliverables to ensure quality, submission deadlines are meet and the accuracy and completeness of the work.
Support business development efforts, including client retention, and proposal writing.
Partner with Department and Regional Managers on recruiting, onboarding, and performance management
Track project revenue, complete monthly recognition, and provide updates on key financial metrics
Contribute to office business planning, staffing strategy, and team engagement initiatives