Structural Project Manager (6-10 Years Experience)

Job Description

Who You'll Work With

You'll join KPFF's Boise office, a collaborative and community- focused team that has been part of Boise for 20 years. The Boise team provides civil and structural engineering services throughout Idaho and the surrounding region, contributing to projects that shape the local skyline and contribute to Idaho's continued growth. Our portfolio includes work for Boise State University, the City of Boise, the State of Idaho, University of Idaho, St. Luke's Medical Center, and others, along with a wide range of public and private projects delivered in partnership with leading architects, developers, and contractors.

About the Role

Are you an experienced engineer ready to take the next step in leadership and project ownership? We are seeking a Project Manager to help lead structural design projects that are appropriate to your level of experience and capability, mentor emerging engineers, and shape innovative solutions across a range of projects. You'll play a central role in managing complex projects from concept through construction while collaborating closely with clients and design partners. You would serve as the client point of contact for KPFF.

What You'll Do

• Lead Projects: Manage design efforts from concept to completion, balancing technical excellence, coordination, budgets, schedules and client relationships.
• Design & Innovate: Apply advanced structural engineering principles to develop creative, efficient, and constructible solutions. Lead development of drawings and specifications.
• Mentor & Guide: Support and mentor engineers through hands-on training and project collaboration.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with architects, owners, and contractors to ensure technical accuracy and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to Idaho's Growth: Help shape projects that strengthen our local communities-from commercial and education facilities to public infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 6-10 years of relevant structural engineering experience, including project coordination and technical design leadership.
• PE license, SE license preferred
• Proficiency in Revit and experience with ETABS, RAM, RISA 3D, SAP2000, SAFE, or similar analysis software.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide junior staff and coordinate with clients and design teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain high technical standards, and deliver quality results under deadlines.
• Commitment to innovation, collaboration, and developing practical structural solutions that serve clients and communities.

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate with 6-10 years of experience is $90,000-$110,000. Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits:

We are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
• Medical insurance (two plans available to choose from)
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• KPFF Paid Family Leave
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays (including two floating Holidays)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, jury duty)

Engagement & Training:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities (if approved) Minimum of three days in-office dedicated to in-person team collaboration. For the first six months, team members must be in the office five days per week.
• Weekly team trainings and bi-weekly educational lunch and learns.
• Coaching program to support personal and professional development.
• Covered professional organization membership fees.
• Monthly social events and other extracurriculars including annual summer and winter celebrations and more.
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities with local organizations.
• Internal committee and affinity group opportunities.

Work Authorization: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future.

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