Structural Engineering Manager

Tamarack Grove • Bozeman, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Tamarack Grove Engineering is hiring a leader to build and lead its Bozeman, Montana office. The role owns team production, leadership, client relationships, business development, and daily office operations. It combines hands-on structural engineering and project delivery with team development, office growth, and management of a national client portfolio. The successful candidate will establish a local presence, hire and develop local talent, grow business in Bozeman and beyond, and steward existing client relationships with the backing of an established firm, its systems, client base, culture, and infrastructure.

The position is responsible for delivering complex structural projects, including engineer-of-record accountability, quality assurance and quality control, and sealing and stamping work in accordance with P.E. responsibilities. It also oversees project and financial management, team development, client and business development activity, and day-to-day operations of the Bozeman office. This is described as a hands-on leadership role rather than a supervisory-only position.

The role is based full-time in Tamarack Grove Engineering’s Bozeman, Montana office. Hybrid work may be available after six months, depending on performance, position, and team needs. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the company cannot provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of direct structural engineering industry experience, with demonstrated progression into project management and team leadership.
• E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) or E.I. (Engineer Intern) licensure is required.
• A bachelor of science degree in civil or structural engineering is required.
• Significant structural engineering project management, client management, and team leadership experience.
• Demonstrated business development, client retention, and fee proposal development experience in an AEC or structural engineering environment.
• Expert-level structural engineering knowledge across commercial, residential, specialty, and complex project types.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, including hiring, mentoring, performance management, and team development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing, team, and executive contexts.
• Financial acumen in team profitability, project margin, fee development, and budget management.
• Ability to operate as a generalist leader in a small office, balancing technical production, team oversight, client development, and administrative responsibilities.
• Authorization to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• P.E. licensure in civil or structural engineering; candidates with E.I.T. licensure who are actively pursuing a P.E. are encouraged to apply.
• An advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Maintain meaningful personal production output and deliver complex structural projects with full engineer-of-record accountability.
• Provide QA/QC of structural design work by team engineers and seal and stamp work in accordance with P.E. responsibilities.
• Maintain and update firm-wide engineering production and design standards based on current codes and best practices.
• Assist with production, project management, and technical conflict resolution across active projects as needed.
• Prepare and oversee project proposals, fee estimates, specifications, budgets, schedules, and invoices.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to meet client deadlines and profitability targets.
• Set and forecast team financial goals for projects and personnel and meet or exceed team profitability and revenue targets.
• Monitor team utilization, project margins, and labor budgets; escalate concerns and implement corrective action as needed.
• Lead, manage, and develop the Bozeman engineering team through coaching, mentorship, feedback, and performance accountability.
• Support team members and respond to technical, industry-related, and company-related questions.
• Develop team members through team-building activities, performance evaluations, and professional development goals.
• Partner with firm leadership on hiring decisions, team structure, and long-term Bozeman office growth.
• Lead weekly L10 team meetings, track priorities, drive accountability, and maintain clear communication.
• Provide regular team updates on projects, business development activities, and firm leadership direction.
• Own and strengthen client relationships for the Bozeman team’s existing portfolio to support retention and repeat work.
• Lead team business development through client retention, new client pursuits, fee proposal development, and participation in firm strategy.
• Collaborate with the Business Development and Marketing team on firm-level strategy, marketing initiatives, and market sector growth.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client services and pursue new market sectors in alignment with company growth targets.
• Represent TGE at industry events, professional organizations, client entertainment settings, and in the Bozeman community to build visibility and business relationships.
• Set and work toward individual, team, and department business development goals, reporting progress to firm leadership through established accountability structures.
• Serve as the on-site contact for the Bozeman office and coordinate office needs with HR, IT, and administrative teams.
• Manage daily office operations, including supplies, facilities, and vendor communications.
• Exemplify TGE’s core values and mission in internal and external interactions.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, spouse life, and child life coverage.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Bereavement leave.
• Parental and birthing parent leave.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution.
• Hybrid work arrangement may be available after six months, based on performance, position, and team needs.
• Annual $100 Adventure Bravely reimbursement for outdoor activity gear, passes, or experiences.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Professional development support.
• P.E. exam compensatory time and fee reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior