Senior Structural Project Engineer

Were hiring a Senior Structural Project Engineer to support and grow our Austin Texas team. This senior-level role is ideal for a licensed structural engineer ready to lead complex building design projects deepen client relationships and contribute to the continued expansion of KPFFs presence across Central Texas and surrounding markets.

At KPFF youll manage vertical structure projects from concept through construction administration mentor a talented group of engineers and actively support business development initiatives. Youll collaborate closely with architects developers owners and contractors to deliver high-quality structural designs for commercial residential mixed-use education healthcare and institutional projects.

As you grow with us youll also have opportunities to pursue pathways to ownership reflecting KPFFs commitment to recognizing leadership technical excellence and long-term contributions.

This is a hybrid role with an expectation of being in the Austin office three days per week for collaboration mentoring and client meetings. While we support flexible work arrangements this role is not fully -person presence is especially important for leadership engagement technical mentorship and client interaction.

What Youll Be Doing

• Serve as the primary technical and client-facing lead on structural projects ensuring strong relationships and successful delivery.
• Lead project execution from schematic design through construction administration managing schedules budgets quality standards and team performance.
• Oversee and review structural analysis and design for steel concrete wood and masonry building systems.
• Direct preparation of construction documents including calculations drawings specifications and design narratives.
• Coordinate closely with architects MEP consultants contractors fabricators and specialty structural reviewers.
• Collaborate with teams in both Austin and San Diego supporting projects across markets as part of our integrated reporting center structure.
• Navigate Texas jurisdictional approval processes and building code compliance including:
  • International Building Code (IBC) and local amendments
  • City of Austin Development Services Department
  • Special inspections and threshold building coordination
• Provide construction-phase support including shop drawing review RFIs site observations and field coordination.
• Support business development efforts including proposals interviews and cultivating relationships with local clients and design partners.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers fostering both technical excellence and leadership growth.
• Represent KPFF in industry organizations and local professional groups contributing to the visibility and reputation of the Austin team.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis (Masters preferred).
• PE license required.
• 8 years of structural engineering experience primarily focused on building design.
• Proven experience managing multi-discipline building projects and coordinating consultant teams.
• Strong working knowledge of steel concrete wood and masonry design.
• Experience applying national codes and standards including IBC ASCE 7 AISC ACI NDS and TMS specifications.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design tools such as ETABS RAM RISA SAFE and project coordination platforms with working familiarity drafting tools used by production teams.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience mentoring staff engineers.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work in the Austin office at least three days per week under the hybrid work model.

Additional Information :

Physical Demands

• Work is primarily performed in a standard office setting with long periods of work at a computer.
• Occasional lifting of items up to 15 pounds.
• Visits to construction sites may involve walking standing climbing stairs or ladders navigating uneven surfaces or exposure to weather.
• Local travel may be required for project meetings observations or client visits.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $100000 - $140000 with candidates who have at least 8 years of experience proven project management skills and business development success. Final compensation will also consider education licensure and overall skills. We also provide performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions.

For those who demonstrate long-term impact and leadership KPFF offers pathways to ownership creating opportunities to directly share in the firms growth and success. During the interview process well review the full compensation package and answer any questions you may have.

Culture and Benefits

At KPFF your career growth and well-being matter. We offer a supportive environment that values autonomy innovation and teamwork. Here your contributions are celebrated your ideas are welcomed and your career has room to grow.

• Mentorship & Growth: Through KPFFs Forefront Education Program youll have access to continuous learning leadership development and opportunities to advance your career while helping others do the same.
• Strong Connections: We believe in trust collaboration and long-term relationships both with our clients and within our teams. Open communication and teamwork are at the heart of how we operate.
• Supportive Culture: Your well-being matters. We encourage balance provide resources for a healthy lifestyle and create opportunities to connect through social activities and community events.

Comprehensive Benefits
Were proud to offer flexible and competitive benefits including:

• Medical Plan Options: PPO or HDHP with HSA covering preventive care and prescriptions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Dental & Vision: Full preventive care plus coverage for major services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal family and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one years salary.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary with no match required.
• Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term coverage at 60% income fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO two floating holidays and paid company holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay with options to use PTO for full income.
• Engineering License Support: Fee renewals plus financial assistance for PE license applications and exams.

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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KPFF Consulting Engineers 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.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time