Principal, Structural Engineering – Repair & Rehabilitation
$214,240–$236,080 year
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead investigations of existing structures experiencing deterioration, distress, or damage, directing the development of repair, strengthening, retrofit, and rehabilitation solutions for complex structural systems. Serve as the technical lead for evaluations recommending new use, increased loading, or code compliance, while managing multiple concurrent projects including scope, schedule, budget, and client communication. Act as the primary client contact for restoration, retrofit, and adaptive reuse projects, preparing proposals and overseeing technical deliverables such as reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications. Support forensic investigations related to structural damage, claims, or failures, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers while contributing to practice growth through business development and client engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Master of Science, Master of Engineering, or Doctorate in Structural Engineering or related field
- 15+ years of professional structural engineering experience with a focus on existing structures, repair, rehabilitation, and/or forensic engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Valid driver's license
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
- Location: Tampa, FL (Full-Time, In Office)
Desired Qualifications
- Structural Engineer (SE) license
- Demonstrated technical leadership in complex structural investigation, repair, retrofit, or adaptive reuse projects
- Recognized track record of technical excellence, innovation, and leadership within the structural engineering field
- Proven ability to develop and sustain strong client relationships and generate a meaningful and sustained revenue base
- Demonstrated business development success in a seller-doer capacity, including pursuit, win, and execution of work
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a commitment to developing and growing technical staff and future leaders
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and serving as a primary client and project executive contact
- Active participation in professional societies, technical committees, and/or publication of technical work
- Strong communication skills, including experience presenting to clients, stakeholders, and professional audiences
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across internal disciplines and external partners
- Commitment to SGH's standards of ethics, quality, and professional integrity
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