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Structural Group Manager

Benesch

The Role

Overview

Lead and grow a structural engineering team delivering bridge and building projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • client development
  • project management
  • contract review
  • strategic growth
  • team leadership
  • design services

Tasks

-Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events -Review and assess professional services contracts and other project-related documentation to identify and minimize company risk or liability -Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives including the expansion of bridge and structural design services within Kansas, Missouri, and our West region -Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients -Manage project teams, accountable for staffing, budget, and schedule across multiple offices -Collaborate on regional growth strategy -Participate in local civic and professional organizations such as the chamber of commerce, ACEC, ASCE, NSPE to promote the Company -Mentor junior and mid-level engineers -Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits -Manage and grow the Kansas/Missouri Division Structural Engineering Group, including the design, inspection, and rehabilitation service lines

Requirements

  • kdot/modot
  • pe license
  • deltek
  • leadership
  • bridge inspection
  • value engineering

What You Bring

-Proven experience working with the KDOT/MoDOT (Staff Bridge), various KDOT/MoDOT Divisions, and/or local agencies -Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related discipline -Ability to write and prepare effective and efficient project proposals and non-technical documents -Experience developing scope of service documents and accompanying man hour budgets -Experience with value engineering principles and applications as it pertains to structural design -Experience, desired but not required, with providing bridge inspection services -Experience with asset management principles and structural applications for private and public clientele -Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and/or Missouri -Ability to lead, manage, mentor, and grow a dynamic team -Experience with Deltek Software/Suite and ability to run reports for management responsibilities -Experience, desired but not required, in alternative delivery of projects including design-build, CMGC, and other delivery methods -Experience with writing and preparing technical reports associated with structural and other civil engineering disciplines which may be a deliverable during a feasibility, conceptual or discovery phase -Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements -Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with proven ability to win work -Excellent communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills -Strong understanding of project financials and reporting; maintaining compliance with Division and Project financial objectives including Chargeability, Profit, Overhead -Ability to identify contract issues or key points to ensure compliance with company policy, laws, and regulations

Benefits

-Personalized training and career development plans with your manager -Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement -At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace. -Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%) -Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions -Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications -Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events -Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders -Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role) -Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge -Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career -Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses

The Company

About Benesch

-The firm specializes in delivering high-quality solutions across diverse sectors, from industrial to government. -With decades of experience, Benesch has managed landmark projects in infrastructure, transportation, and commercial development. -Known for its strong expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, Benesch excels in projects that require intricate legal and technical knowledge. -The company's multidisciplinary approach enables it to serve as both an advisor and a contractor, handling everything from design to execution. -Benesch has built a solid reputation in the energy and utilities sectors, with a track record of supporting large-scale, sustainable projects. -The firm’s work spans critical areas such as transportation, water resources, and environmental infrastructure, ensuring long-term community benefits. -Unique for its ability to blend engineering and legal expertise, Benesch takes on projects that demand both technical precision and legal strategy. -Benesch’s growth and success reflect its commitment to offering diverse, high-impact solutions across sectors worldwide.

Sector Specialisms

Roadways

Bridges

Railroads

Aviation

Transit

Health Care

Public Finance

Government Services

Civil/Site Development