Manager of Building Structures – Industrial

AtkinsRéalis•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Manager of Building Structures – Industrial to join our team in Exton, PA, leading a high-performing structural engineering group delivering complex, fast-paced design/build projects in the manufacturing and pharmaceutical sectors. This is a strategic leadership role for a senior structural engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence, team leadership, and client partnership. You will lead multidisciplinary collaboration, shape technical standards, and drive the delivery of critical infrastructure projects that support industrial innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred; MBA or leadership training a plus)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain additional state licensure
15+ years of structural engineering experience, including industrial project experience
3+ years of leadership experience managing teams and delivering complex projects
Strong expertise in structural design tools (e.g., RISA, STAAD, Tekla Tedds)
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities
Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Nice To Haves

Experience with Revit (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural engineers and designers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and collaboration
Guide career development, conduct performance reviews, and support succession planning
Partner with Practice and Technical Directors to build capability and elevate technical standards
Serve as the technical authority for structural design on complex industrial projects
Review, approve, and ensure the quality of structural deliverables across the team
Sign and seal designs where required, ensuring compliance with state regulations
Lead structural design efforts for: Steel-framed buildings (industrial, manufacturing, and commercial support facilities), Concrete foundations, slabs, and specialty structures
Apply advanced analysis methods and validate designs through engineering judgment and hand calculations
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, defining project requirements and delivering solutions aligned to scope, budget, and schedule
Support business development efforts, helping to grow client relationships and secure new work
Ensure projects meet financial, schedule, and quality targets, contributing directly to business performance and backlog growth
Drive continuous improvement in design quality, project delivery, and team efficiency
Champion safety and compliance across all phases of design and construction
Collaborate cross-functionally with architecture, MEP, and process engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions
Support construction through RFIs, shop drawing review, and technical guidance