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Structural Engineering Manager in Irvine

Job Description

About the Opportunity

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A well-established design, engineering, and construction firm with nearly 150 years of history is seeking a Manager of Structural Engineering for their Irvine, CA office. This is a leadership role with direct impact on department direction, staffing, and project delivery across a diverse portfolio of clients and sectors.

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Responsibilities

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  • Plan, organize, and manage all structural engineering activities for the department
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  • Produce working drawings and specifications for projects within the office
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  • Assist other engineering managers at additional office locations as needed
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  • Collaborate with the Director of Engineering on long-range planning and department objectives
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  • Ensure structural engineering services meet professional standards, client requirements, and company objectives
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  • Provide quality oversight and senior technical leadership on complex projects
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  • Interface with Project Managers to determine staffing needs
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  • Participate in proposal presentations and business development activities
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  • Mentor, recruit, and develop engineering staff
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Project Types

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Candidates should have experience delivering structural engineering on projects such as:

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  • Industrial and manufacturing facilities
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  • Government and federal buildings
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  • Healthcare facilities (OSHPD)
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  • Education facilities (DSA)
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  • Aviation and aerospace facilities
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  • Commercial and corporate buildings
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  • Corrections and justice facilities
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Candidates with backgrounds exclusively in transit/rail, offshore/renewable energy, oil/gas refinery, or telecom infrastructure are not a match for this role.

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Requirements

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  • 4-year civil or structural engineering degree
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  • 16+ years of structural engineering experience in building and facility design
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  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required -- California
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  • Proficiency in structural engineering design software
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  • Strong communication and leadership skills
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  • Experience managing or mentoring a team of engineers
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Compensation & Benefits

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  • Base salary: $170,000 - $225,000
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  • Medical, Dental, Life, STD, LTD
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  • 401K with company match
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Structural Engineering Manager in Irvine

Irvine, CA
Full time

Published on 07/09/2026

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