Structural Group Leader

Verdantas•Nashville, TN

3d•$125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? We are seeking a Structural Group Leader to join our growing team. This position is hybrid and local to one of our office locations in PA, OH, CO, TN, TX, CA. This person will be responsible for research, design calculations and coordination of project specifications with support from a staff of technical personnel including other engineers. Apply today and make a lasting impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
PE license required, NCEES Preferred
Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial/industrial building structural design in a consulting environment
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a diverse set of projects
Familiarity with design requirements for Building and Structural Design Codes
Working knowledge of STAAD and RAM structural software
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Revit a plus

Responsibilities

Manage diverse, fast-paced, and complex projects involving multidisciplinary teams, utilizing professional staff in multiple office locations
Develop and maintain client relationships as primary client manager or secondary contact.
Participate in selling and cross-selling efforts; (Civil, Survey, Geotech, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, & Reality Capture Services)
Lead in the development of strategy, the scope of work, and the budget for projects, and lead presentations as part of client interviews/selection
Planning, design, and permitting structural engineering and infrastructure projects
Lead this team with an entrepreneurial spirit by presenting at industry conferences and building professional relationships within target markets.
Lead safety culture within the project team, including following safety protocols for all projects
Track progress against project schedules and budgets. Prepare necessary contract adjustments for changes in scope, schedule, or fee
Actively manage project metrics, WIP, AR and risk
Supervise and provide work assignments to the project team
Prepare, provide technical input, and/or review technical plans and reports
Plan and execute work tasks, as well as oversee tasks of team members, to meet project deadlines
Maintain overall project quality consistent with company and professional standards
Mentor staff in required technical skills
Motivate and encourage others, and help the team achieve success
Interact with regulatory agencies, knowing what information to provide, when, and with appropriate internal or client review
Possess detailed knowledge of regulations in the area of practice
Solve problems creatively and effectively and make informed decisions
Collaborate across multiple disciplines and with clients to articulate and achieve project goals
Communicate effectively and proactively with management, peers, and clients
Maintain the integrity and growth of the opportunity pipeline for the area
Manage and develop meaningful dialogue with clients in the area, and expand those relationships to the rest of Verdantas
Performs design, analysis, planning and modeling as required
Performs research as required, providing results of research to support the team as needed
Prepares design computations and quantity estimates to develop design plan documents
Instructs draftspersons/technicians to reduce designs to working drawings
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents. Performs some CADD/REVIT drafting
Provides reports on research and design as required
Reviews results, maintaining close contact with the project manager and senior engineers, keeping them informed of issues or concerns or changes required in the schedule or process
Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects