Structural Engineer Team Leader (Cold-Formed Light Gauge)

ADTEK Engineers Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm providing comprehensive civil engineering structural base building design and specialty engineering services.

Our mission is to deliver high-quality personalized engineering solutions through collaboration creativity and strong client relationships.

At ADTEK our people are our promise and the foundation of our continued success. We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer Team Leader to oversee our coldformed / light gauge steel department in Fairfax VA.
If youre ready to manage projects from start to finish while leading a team of 45 structural professionals youll find this role both challenging and rewarding.

What Youll Do

Lead and Execute Structural Engineering Design

• Perform engineering analyses calculations and complete structural project designs.
• Prepare and interpret drawings layouts and custom or standard details; redline and lay out full drawing sets for complex projects.
• Conduct field surveys prepare field reports and ensure compliance with engineering standards policies and best practices.
• Respond to reviewer comments and coordinate with other disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.

Manage Projects from Kickoff Through Completion

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously ensuring they stay on schedule and within budget.
• Lead kickoff meetings monitor progress evaluate financial performance and manage monthly billings and collections.
• Review contracts scopes of work proposed changes and enforce project methods and quality control procedures.
• Handle proposal development bidding additional service requests and printing of construction documents.
• Coordinate internal schedules with client expectations.

Lead Mentor and Develop a HighPerforming Team

• Supervise mentor and coordinate a team of junior staff; assign work and manage production to support project goals.
• Provide quality control reviews enforce standards and ensure adherence to project delivery processes.
• Manage team-related HR responsibilities and foster a collaborative high-quality work environment.
• Oversee financial performance for the team and maintain profitability.

Cultivate Client Relationships and Support Business Growth

• Maintain and grow repeat business while developing new client relationships.
• Negotiate fees initiate additional services and collaborate with marketing staff as needed.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients resolving issues and ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Conduct annual performance reviews for team members.
• Request and justify staffing additions; participate in hiring and termination decisions.
• Maintain project schedules workload plans and billing goals for the team.
• Align internal schedules with client expectations.
• Manage financial performance and ensure team profitability.

What Were Looking For
Were seeking teamoriented professionals who are ready to lead and support a growing department.

Experience (may be concurrent)

• 8 years overall structural design experience including 5 years in coldformed steel
• 4 years project management experience
• 4 years staff management experience

Licensure

• Active U.S. PE license required

Education

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university required

Whats In It For You
At ADTEK were committed to taking care of our people. As a fulltime team member youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial wellbeing and professional growth including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision insurance options to support your overall wellbeing.
• Financial Wellness & Retirement Support: Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) disability insurance life and AD&D coverage a 401(k) plan with employer match and retirement counseling.
• WorkLife Balance: Generous paid time off paid holidays and paid parental leave.
• Professional Growth & Development: Continuing education opportunities support for professional licensure and memberships in industry societies.
• Additional Support Resources: Access to an Employee Assistance Program to help you and your family navigate personal or professional challenges.

Salary: The salary range for this position is an estimate of $105000-$150000. A final compensation offer within this range will be based on factors including an individuals skill sets experience knowledge and licensure and certifications.

* At this time ADTEK Engineers will not sponsor new applicants for work authorization.

Date Posted or Updated: 03/12/2026

Dont meet every single requirement If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Contact ADTEK Engineers at 9990 Fairfax Boulevard Suite 300 Fairfax VA; or

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