What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Project Manager position at Walker Consultants?
Your Role at Walker
Walker Consultants is seeking a Structural Project Manager to lead the design, coordination, and execution of parking structure projects. This role is ideal for an experienced structural engineer who excels in both technical expertise and project management. The successful candidate will take charge of overseeing multiple projects, ensuring seamless collaboration between clients, architects, and internal engineering teams. You will play a key role in delivering projects on time, within budget, and according to the highest industry standards.
The Structural Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of structural design and construction align with regulatory requirements and project objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale parking projects, be adept at problem-solving, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple parking structure design projects from initial concept through construction completion.
- Lead structural design efforts, ensuring compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, and consultants to achieve project goals while maintaining design intent.
- Work closely with MEP engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems within the parking structures.
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Conduct structural analysis and prepare comprehensive calculations, detailed drawings, and clear specifications.
- Review and approve design documentation, technical reports, and construction submittals.
- Mentor, guide, and provide technical support to junior engineers and designers, fostering professional development.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews, resolving structural and coordination challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicate effectively with clients to understand their objectives, provide technical guidance, and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
- Contribute to business development efforts by assisting with preparation of proposals, participating in client meetings, and supporting marketing initiatives.
- Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and new regulations related to structural engineering and parking design.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; SE preferred.
- 7 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on parking structures.
- Strong understanding of reinforced concrete and post-tensioned design.
- Experience coordinating with architects and MEP engineers.
- Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, AutoCAD, Revit).
- Experience managing projects, budgets, and schedules.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
\n- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- 3 weeks of PTO and 9 paid holidays
- 100% Employee-Owned
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Community Involvement
- HSA Employer Contribution
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Wellness Program – 100% employer paid
Who We Are
Walker Consultants holds a storied legacy in parking design, tracing back to its inception in 1965 as a trailblazer in structural engineering and parking design. Drawing from decades of expertise, the company's position as an industry leader is firmly established. By the 1980s, Walker had risen to prominence as the premier parking consulting firm in the United States, offering employees the unique opportunity to contribute to and learn from a distinguished and successful team.
With an unwavering commitment to visionary design, Walker’s team of experts focuses on creating parking facilities that remain relevant and functional for years to come, providing an intellectually stimulating and fulfilling environment. In the face of a swiftly evolving landscape driven by ride apps, novel mobility choices, autonomous and electric vehicles, and sustainability imperatives, our role at the forefront of designing adaptable, efficient, and future-proof parking structures reflects our embrace of innovation and change. As a creative professional within our ranks, you'll contribute your expertise to shaping aesthetically pleasing, technologically advanced parking facilities, encompassing the broader impact of urban planning, traffic management, and sustainability.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000
