Structural Vice President
About The Position
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. Our Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues. As a Vice President in our Forensics Practice, you’ll take on a leadership role where your vision, expertise, and strategic insight shape the firm’s most ambitious forensic projects and initiatives. You will be recognized as a thought leader in structural engineering, guiding the technical direction of complex, high-profile projects while influencing firm-wide practices, innovation, and growth. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to major clients, mentor and inspire engineering teams, and contribute to business strategy and development across offices. This is a high-impact position for an engineer ready to leave a lasting mark on the industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering, including forensic leadership.
- Recognized expertise and thought leadership in forensic engineering, with the ability to influence firm-wide and industry practices.
- Proven client and business leader, building senior relationships, providing strategic guidance, driving growth, and delivering high-impact results that create lasting value for clients and the firm.
Responsibilities
- Own the technical vision for some of the firm’s most complex forensic projects.
- Serve as the primary client partner and trusted advisor.
- Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and leadership growth across the firm.
- Drive business development and firm growth by leading proposals, pursuing new opportunities, and expanding Thornton Tomasetti’s influence in the market.
- Shape firm strategy through thought leadership, advising senior leadership on emerging trends, new markets, and opportunities to expand services.
- Oversee project financials, schedules, and quality, ensuring outcomes align with firm objectives and client expectations.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave for New Parents
- Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
