Senior Structural Engineer - Manager

Geosyntec Consultants•Syracuse, NY

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to serve as a Team Leader and Manager within the Structural Engineering Team, based in their Syracuse, NY office. This position may offer flexibility for a hybrid schedule. The role involves applying structural engineering knowledge to diverse construction projects, providing technical oversight, team coordination, and leading design teams through the engineering process and plan development. Projects may include bridge and heavy-civil construction, erection and controlled demolition engineering, earth retaining structures, complex foundations, and dams and containment structures. Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm known for its technical leadership and client service, and it invests in its employees with competitive pay, benefits, and well-being programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural engineering focus.
Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.).
At least 8 years directly relevant experience in a design environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years managing direct reports.
Experience in the design and detailing of steel connections and reinforced concrete.
Experience in repair/retrofit design of concrete and steel structures.
Knowledge of relevant structural engineering design and detailing software (RISA, ETABS, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, GSA, etc.).
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, and meeting strict deadlines.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural).
Professional registration as a Structural Engineer (S.E.).
Knowledge of design collaboration software (Bluebeam Studio), and operation of CAD/VDC/BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
Knowledge of general numerical modeling tools.
Experience working within the construction sector or performing design work for contractors/construction managers.
Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers.

Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-career and early career professionals, often serving as the senior reviewer of calculations and structural models.
Assist in the coordination of workloads and project task priorities within the Structural Team.
Coordinate with regional and practice Business leaders to develop scopes of work and levels of effort for proposals.
Attend site walks and client meetings as necessary.
Develop new opportunities for above grade structure design, tank design, and low-rise buildings.
Support the development of Statement of Qualifications.
Serve as Engineer of Record.
Provide quality control of construction documents.
Perform Structural Condition Assessments.
Contribute as a designer and detailer.
Coordinate with the Technical Manager on the development of standards and work flow processes.
Conduct structural value engineering, third party design and constructability review, and risk assessment.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations.