This key position is part of the MBC leadership team, working alongside the firm’s Principals and Associates to build strong, long-term stakeholder relationships and provide thought-partnership to guide/implement strategic opportunities and growth initiatives for the firm.

On the technical side, a successful Project Manager/Structural Engineer is expected to “think outside of the box” to solve design problems, possess an in-depth knowledge and application of the building code, and understand that getting the job done means displaying strong leadership and overseeing the delivery of high-quality work while being mindful of clients’ time and budgets. Whether managing a project or jumping in to do their own design or calculations, Project Managers/Structural Engineers are team players who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.

Annual compensation for this full-time position ranges from $135,000 to $175,000 based on experience. Job duties, requirements, and benefits of this at-will position are as follows.

Job Duties:

• Perform advanced lateral and gravity analysis and design of structures utilizing wood, steel, masonry, and concrete systems.
• Engage in and/or lead business development opportunities alongside MBC’s Principals.
• Develop proposals and oversee projects between clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Manage project budgets and the preparation of project working drawings between staff and others.
• Stamp drawings and serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) on key projects.
• Use expertise to review and interpret technical documents from other consultants (geotechnical engineering reports, civil engineering plans, etc.).
• Review shop drawings for compliance with construction contract documents.
• Conduct site visits and structural observations for work in progress.
• Issue field instructions and change orders, respond to RFIs, and other construction administrative documentation.
• Prepare high-level engineering reports based on visual inspections of the buildings and review of the available building drawings.
• Provide management/mentorship for the firm’s staff engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Highly knowledgeable and self-motivated individual with 10+ years of professional experience in analysis and design of structures for schools, offices, retail stores, warehouses, multi-family housing, large residences, etc.
• BSCE (or related, specialized degree) and California SE license required.
• Well-versed in seismic design and structural design utilizing steel, concrete, wood, light gage steel, and masonry.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience, including project coordination and business development.
• Excellent communication, time management, and technical writing skills.
• High proficiency in structural modeling and design programs (RISA, ETABS, SAFE, SAP, ADAPT).
• High proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• A team player who is able to build stakeholder relationships for the firm and work well with a variety of personalities to achieve mutual goals.

MBC Benefits:

• Generous vacation and holiday allowance
• 401(K) with company contribution
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Commuter benefits
• On-going career growth opportunities
• Flexible, inclusive, and supportive work environment focused on work-life balance
• Potential additional incentives/bonuses for successful business development

Murphy Burr Curry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and abilities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity (including transgender identification), gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status of any person, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MBC will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.