National Discipline Quality Control Leader (NQC) + Structural Engineer

DLR Group•Los Angeles, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer and National Quality Control (NQC) Leader. This hybrid role requires technical structural engineering expertise and national quality leadership. The position involves leading quality control initiatives, advancing QC processes and best practices in structural engineering, and designing/overseeing structural systems from schematic design through construction administration for various building types. The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, innovative design solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering
8-15 years of building related structural engineering experience, including the design of concrete, masonry, steel and wood/timber; gravity and lateral systems.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Prior experience leading teams of engineers on projects.
Working knowledge of current structural software (ETABS, SAP, SAFE, RAM, ADAPT, RISA, Enercalc).
Experience with BIM including Autodesk Revit workflow.
Goal oriented with strong skills in problem solving, creativity, and attention to detail.
Understanding of commercial building materials, systems, and assemblies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Passion for sustainable building design and SE2050 commitment.
Experience with directing and coordinating project activities of junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the advancement of quality control initiatives across DLR Group’s Structural Engineering practice by developing, implementing, and continuously improving QC processes and standards.
Champion a culture of technical excellence by integrating lessons learned, industry best practices, and innovative approaches into engineering processes and project delivery.
Collaborate with regional and national engineering leaders to establish consistent quality standards, review practices, and continuous improvement strategies across the firm.
Develop and maintain QC procedures, training resources, and best practice guidelines to support engineering teams and promote consistent application across projects.
Provide mentorship and training to engineers, quality control reviewers, and technical leaders to strengthen review processes and enhance project outcomes.
Facilitate project quality reviews and audits to evaluate compliance, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate key insights to leadership.
Partner with project teams across multiple regions to support independent quality reviews, encourage knowledge sharing, and strengthen collaboration across the Structural Engineering practice.
Participate in DLR Group’s Integrated Practice QC Work Group to help shape and implement firmwide quality initiatives.
Track and communicate QC performance metrics, trends, and recommendations to engineering leadership to support continuous improvement.
Share quality initiatives, lessons learned, and best practices with the broader engineering community through discipline meetings and firmwide forums.
Develop structural solutions from concept through construction.
Make decisions in developing system layouts, narratives, calculations and engineering reports.
Collaborate with architects, other engineers, and clients as part of our integrated design process.
Adapt to variations in building codes and construction practices while working on projects around the US.
Produce construction documents using Revit.
Assist contractors by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs and participating in O/A/C meetings.
Mentor entry-level staff.
Promote workflow and technical standards best-practices for our diverse multi-office practice.
Contribute to managing the operations, execution, and expectations for the Structural Engineering Discipline in Colorado.
Support business development initiatives by assisting the RFP process, participating in project interviews, and actively engaging in community and/or industry specific organizations that will build the DLR Group brand.