Director, Structural Engineering
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 200000 - 250000
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Director Structural Engineering
New York NY Hybrid Full-Time
About Us
Shape the iconic skyline of New York! Join HLZAE a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants. We build more than buildingswe build confidence in compliance restoration and renewal. As a trusted leader in architecture building envelope consulting and façade restoration we partner with clients to preserve and enhance New York Citys iconic skyline. Our team brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to excellence across every phase of design inspection and construction administration.
Position Overview
Were seeking a Director Structural Engineering to lead our Structural Engineering studio and oversee a team of professional engineers and technical this role you will be responsible for structural design excellence staff development resource planning and studio profitability while serving as a key liaison between the Structural Engineering team and the Management Team.
You will provide senior-level technical leadership across complex structural projects involving existing buildings restoration rehabilitation and forensic investigations. The Director will also manage a select portfolio of projects functioning as Project Manager for approximately 25% of the role.
This is a strategic people-focused leadership role that shapes technical standards strengthens team culture and advances company-wide initiatives.
What Youll Do
Lead People & Operations
- 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.
Drive Quality & Technical Excellence
- 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.
Manage Financial & Project Performance
- 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.
Guide Strategy & Communication
- Champion HLZAEs 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.
Lead Projects
- 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.
What Youll Bring
Required:
- 1215 years of experience in structural engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Masters 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.
Preferred:
- 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.
Work Environment & Schedule
- This position is based in New York NY with a hybrid work schedule.
- Standard working hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Local travel to job sites as required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $200000 - $250000 based on knowledge skills and experience.
- Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance and 401(k) plan with match.
- Paid time off: Holiday vacation sick personal and birthday.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
HLZAE Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
HLZAE Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at .
Notice to third party agencies:
Please refrain from calling or emailing our team directly. Our in-house Talent Acquisition team manages all recruiting operations including the selection and management of all external suppliers.
Required Experience:
Director
