Senior Structural Engineer | St. Louis, MO

IMEG•St. Louis, MO

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in St. Louis, Missouri, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer on moderate to complex projects. The role also leads design efforts on larger, high-complexity projects with limited support from senior staff. The engineer works closely with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients. The work spans project management, engineering analysis and design, implementation oversight, budget support, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration for structural systems in buildings and other structures, while contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050. The role is part of a large, multi-office structural team working across healthcare, education, housing, industrial, and public-sector projects in the Midwest and beyond. Projects include new buildings, additions, renovations, crane and foundation studies, civic facilities, and structural support for complex multidisciplinary projects. The position is full-time and hybrid, with travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight stays. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
At least 7 years of experience in the building design consulting industry.
Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path.
Technical expertise in the relevant discipline.
Mastery of technical and analytical skills, including mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques and standards, steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and structural systems for buildings and other structures.
Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others.
Ability to perform final quality-control checks in the area of expertise.
Ability to sell work and develop client relationships.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including communicating clearly with individuals and groups.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment and demonstrate effective team-building skills.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

8 years of experience in the building design consulting industry preferred.
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, proposal fee calculations, and contract reviews.
Create project schedules with milestone and deadline targets.
Serve as the point of contact for project teams and clients.
Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
Ensure designs comply with owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and applicable codes.
Ensure timely completion of design milestone deliverables, quality-control processes, and construction technical support.
Collaborate with design staff and coordinate project schedules through all phases of design and construction.
Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation.
Conduct construction site visits; respond to and resolve client and construction concerns; and manage change orders and approvals.
Train, mentor, and motivate staff while building, maintaining, and developing client relationships.
Conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner.

Benefits

Employee ownership through an ESOP, fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution and year-end profit sharing.
Professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.
PE, SE, and other license exam preparation and support.
Generous paid time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starting on the first day of employment.
Preventive care covered at 100%.
$50 monthly wellness credit and a Calm subscription.
Flexible schedule and Dress for Your Day flexibility.
Tuition reimbursement assistance.
IDEA Program, a firm-wide innovation accelerator.
Access to MEG, the in-house AI platform for information discovery and workflow and calculation support.