Director, Structural Engineering

Direct studio staffing, workload balance, and resource planning for the Structural Engineering team.

Build and sustain a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on accountability, quality, and growth.

Coach and develop engineers through mentorship, performance feedback, and career planning.

Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of structural engineering staff as needed.

Required to sign and seal various structural team inspection reports.

Establish and uphold technical standards for structural analysis, design, repair, and documentation.

Oversee and approve key structural engineering deliverables to ensure accuracy, constructability, and code compliance.

Provide senior technical guidance on projects involving steel, concrete, masonry, cast iron, and wood structures.

Serve as a technical resource for complex conditions including façade deterioration, structural stabilization, historic construction, and forensic investigations.

Engage specialty consultants and senior leadership when needed to elevate project outcomes.

Partner with Project Managers to oversee project budgeting, staffing plans, schedules, and contractual requirements.

Monitor studio and project-level financial performance, including profitability, utilization, and billing progress.

Assist with reducing Aged Accounts Receivable and improving cash flow.

Identify opportunities to improve studio efficiency, workflows, and delivery processes.

Champion HLZAE’s mission, values, technical standards, and safety culture.

Communicate studio performance, staffing needs, and priorities to the Management Team.

Participate in strategic planning and contribute to firm-wide initiatives impacting growth and operations.

Serve as Project Manager for selected structural engineering projects (approximately 25% of the role).

Support business development efforts, proposal development, and client relationship management as needed.

Represent HLZAE in client meetings, site visits, and industry engagements.

12–15+ years of experience in structural engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).

Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

QPSI – Qualified Parking Structure Inspector; will need the ability to procure if not already obtained.

Demonstrated success leading technical teams and managing staff performance and development.

Strong project management expertise, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.

In-depth knowledge of NYC Building Codes, zoning regulations, and existing building requirements.

Extensive experience with existing buildings, structural repair, restoration, and renovation projects.

Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience in façade restoration, building envelope consulting, or exterior rehabilitation.

QEWI – Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector certification preferred.

Background in forensic investigations, historic preservation, or complex structural assessments.

Experience conducting or overseeing work at heights using supported and suspended scaffolding.

Proficiency with AutoCAD and structural analysis software; adaptable to evolving technologies.