HOK

Sr Structural Project Engineer

HOK$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project engineering experience from concept to opening, with experience in high-profile projects.
  • Licensed SE or PE/CE as applicable; LEED AP or Green Associate preferred.
  • NCEES Record enabling reciprocity in any state.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's preferred.
  • Track record of delivering projects over $100M, including at least one over $250M.
  • Experience across multiple sectors (commercial, healthcare, aviation) and architecturally significant projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead hands-on engineering for large, complex, and high-profile projects.
  • Oversee engineering efforts from design through construction administration and commissioning.
  • Engage in client meetings to build and strengthen relationships.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, contributing innovative ideas and solutions.
  • Conduct site surveys and construction site visits to ensure design intent and quality standards are met.
  • Ensure project delivery aligns with budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
  • Manage project communications, budgets, and deliverables with a focus on continuous technical improvement.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work schedule with remote options.
  • Generous paid time off policy, including 10 paid holidays and cash out options.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Free mental wellness resources and support for families, including paid parental leave.
  • Matching contributions to 401(K) with retirement planning guidance.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including study support for licensure exams.
Full Job Description
HOK is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer to lead the successful delivery of large, complex building projects. In this role, you will guide and mentor a team of engineers, shape project concepts, and budgets, and ensure the production of high quality structural designs.

You will collaborate with a team of more than 65 structural engineers nationwide, delivering complex, high-performing projects in healthcare, sports, aviation, justice, and corporate markets. Our work has been recognized at the highest levels, including the Structural Engineering Excellence Awards for projects such as Energizer Park in St. Louis and Chicago O'Hare International Airport Terminal 5. In addition to working on impactful, award-winning projects, you'll enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Projects (90%)

  • Dedicates time to hands-on engineering for large, complex, and/or high-profile projects.
  • Leads engineering efforts from concept and schematic design through construction documents, construction administration, and commissioning.
  • Participates in client meetings, strengthening relationships with current and prospective clients.
  • Collaborates actively within interdisciplinary teams, contributing ideas, proposing solutions, and taking leadership where appropriate.
  • Conducts site surveys to document existing conditions and inform renovation strategies.
  • Performs construction site visits to review quality, progress, and alignment with design intent and established standards.
  • Ensures delivery of high quality work on schedule and within budget.


Project Management + Technical Improvement (10%)

  • Executes core project management responsibilities, including manpower planning, project communications, budget tracking, deliverable organization, and establishing project delivery standards.

  • Develops and maintains typical details, specifications, drawing standards, and Revit standards in coordination with the BIM team.
  • Stays current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices, recommending improvements to approaches, tools, and services.

  • Advances analytic workflows, documentation quality, and standardized solutions for common and complex engineering challenges.


Strategy + Business Development

  • Dedicates time to project management and continuous technical improvement initiatives.


  • Identifies opportunities to advance engineering design quality and discipline specific design processes.


  • Provides direction on the development and enhancement of Revit tools to elevate team efficiency and performance.


  • Supports business development efforts as needed, including project writeups, participation in industry presentations, and preparation of discipline specific fee estimates and assumptions for prospective projects.


Performance Measures

  • Efficiency and profitability of the engineering team and its contribution to the firm's success.


  • Quality of engineering solutions, reflected in integration, innovation, sustainability, and peer recognition.


  • Overall quality of work, including completeness of design, minimization of change orders, and client satisfaction.


  • Strength and cohesion of the engineering team, demonstrated through effective work-sharing, consistent delivery standards, and strong communication.


  • Contributions to securing new work and rate of repeat clients.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • 10+ years of progressive project engineering experience from concept through project opening, including leadership on high profile work.


  • Licensed SE (in states requiring SE) or PE/CE as applicable.


  • LEED AP or LEED Green Associate preferred.


  • NCEES Record enabling reciprocity in any state.


  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required. Master's degree preferred.


  • Recognized expertise in the discipline, including recent successful delivery of major projects over $100M and at least one project over $250M.


  • Experience across multiple market sectors including commercial, corporate, institutional/civic, justice, aviation, and healthcare include delivering LEED Gold or Platinum projects.


  • Background in architecturally significant projects.


Technical Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to develop creative, effective solutions to complex engineering challenges.


  • Expertise in current sustainable technologies relevant to the discipline.


  • Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.


  • Skilled in structural analysis software such as SAP, ETABS, SAFE, GSA (or similar software).


  • Extensive experience with steel and concrete superstructures, including long-span and high rise systems.


  • Demonstrated seismic design experience through construction.


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Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you'll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

About HOK

HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in designing buildings and spaces that are innovative, sustainable, and functional. The company was founded in 1955 and has since grown to become one of the largest architecture firms in the world. HOK has completed projects in over 60 countries and has won numerous awards for its work. The company is committed to sustainability and has a number of initiatives in place to reduce its environmental impact. HOK is also known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
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