TERRA Engineering, Ltd. · 2 days ago
Structural Engineering Department Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $220K/yr
15+ years expTERRA Engineering, Ltd. is seeking a Structural Engineering Department Director to lead their Structural Engineering Department. This role involves managing operational activities, mentoring staff, and overseeing client relationships while ensuring high-quality deliverables for various structural projects.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all operational activities of the Structural Engineering Department
Direct, supervise and mentor staff
Collaborate with other department leaders on projects and initiatives
Responsible for departmental decision-making with applicable input from owners
Marketing and business development through building and maintaining relationships with current and potential clients of TERRA
Oversee the department’s client contact and communications
Finalize cost estimates, plans, technical specifications and calculations for many different structure types with an emphasis on bridges and other transportation-related structures
QA/QC the inspection of in-service bridges, retaining walls, and other structures
Steer all aspects of the planning phase of design, including finalization of Bridge Condition Reports and Type, Size and Location (TSL) Plans
Collaborate and coordinate with department staff to determine the best solution for each project
Participation in TERRA’s leadership team to help set strategic direction and initiatives of the company
Active involvement in local, state, national and international projects
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience, of which five or more years were in a senior or managerial role
Strong leadership and management skills
Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) license required; additional state SE licenses are preferred
Illinois Team Leader Certification for Overseeing and Conducting NBIS Bridge Inspections
Extensive experience with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois Tollway standards
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully
Highly effective communication skills
Preferred
Additional state SE licenses
Benefits
Flexible work schedule and public transportation reimbursement to and from the office (Chicago-based employees)
Generous paid time off and holidays
401k, profit-sharing, and bonus eligibility
Subsidized Health & Welfare benefits (major medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits)
Professional development opportunities
Company
TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is a full-service civil engineering firm based in Illinois.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jamil Bou-Saab
Executive Vice President
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