Job Details

Overview

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an engineering design firm with a 60+ year history of innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting professional journeys with flexibility and generous benefits in a collaborative work-life environment. With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF's decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a skilled Structural Engineering Project Manager to join our dynamic San Francisco team. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional passionate about leading innovative projects and building lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead Structural Project Management: Plan, design, budget, schedule, and oversee all project phases, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Provide Technical Leadership: Review and approve detailed structural designs, calculations, and specifications to ensure alignment with codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Build and Manage Client Relationships: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with architects, contractors, and engineering teams to integrate structural systems seamlessly with broader design elements.
• Mentor Future Leaders: Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and creating a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure Compliance and Manage Risk: Stay on top of building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations to mitigate risks and deliver safe, compliant designs.
• Innovate for Excellence: Bring fresh ideas and integrate emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes and improve client experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering; Master's degree
• At least six years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on project management and complex structures
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, SE license highly desirable
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, ETABS, SAP2000)
• Proven experience in project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• In-depth knowledge of structural engineering principles, materials, and mechanics
• Excellent understanding of building codes, standards, and construction practices
• Exceptional client management skills with a history of successful client relations and business development
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with experience managing project teams and fostering professional development
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present technical reports
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits.
• Capacity to move around project sites, climb ladders, and navigate uneven terrain.
• Occasionally lifting up to 15 pounds of equipment or materials.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $105,000 - $150,000, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses. Full details about compensation package provided during the interview process.
• Culture and Benefits: Autonomy, innovation, professional development, employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values.
• KPFF Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision, FSA, EAP, Life & AD&D, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, short/long-term disability, PTO, floating holidays, paid company holidays, and paid family leave.
• Additional Perks: Bay Area commuter benefits and support for PE/SE license renewals and examinations.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.