Full Job Description
Senior Structural Engineer | St. Louis, MO
IMEG is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in St. Louis, MO, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects. This role also leads design efforts for larger, high-complexity projects with limited support from senior staff.
You will work closely with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients. The role includes project management, engineering analysis, design, implementation oversight, budget support, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration for structural systems in buildings and other structures, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.
At a Glance
Location: St. Louis, MO
Discipline: Structural
Markets: Structural; Commercial; Institutional
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects ranging in size and complexity.
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, fee calculations for proposals, and contract reviews.
• Create project schedules with milestone and deadline targets.
• Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients.
• Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
• Ensure designs follow owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements.
• Ensure design milestone deliverables, quality control processes, and construction technical support are completed in a timely manner.
• 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.
What You'll Bring
Required Education
• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required
Experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Required Skills/Abilities
• Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
• Adept in the technical aspects of one's discipline
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards, including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of building and structures
• Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred
• Master's Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
About the Team
• Large multi-office structural team with active work across healthcare, education, housing, industrial, and public-sector projects in the Midwest and beyond.
• Strong mix of new buildings, additions, renovations, crane and foundation studies, civic facilities, and structural support for complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Recent work includes Regional Medical Center - Surgical Addition, Healthcare.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to contribute your structural engineering expertise to projects that support positive outcomes for clients and communities.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.