What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineering Department Director position at TERRA Engineering, Ltd.?
This critical role will lead TERRA's Structural Engineering Department and manage the talent, decision-making processes, business development, and client relationships,
Essential Functions
Essential Functions
- Lead and manage all operational activities of the Structural Engineering Department
- Direct, supervise and mentor staff
- Collaborate with other department leaders on projects and initiatives
- Responsible for departmental decision-making with applicable input from owners
- Marketing and business development through building and maintaining relationships with current and potential clients of TERRA
- Oversee the department’s client contact and communications
- Finalize cost estimates, plans, technical specifications and calculations for many different structure types with an emphasis on bridges and other transportation-related structures
- QA/QC the inspection of in-service bridges, retaining walls, and other structures
- Steer all aspects of the planning phase of design, including finalization of Bridge Condition Reports and Type, Size and Location (TSL) Plans
- Collaborate and coordinate with department staff to determine the best solution for each project
- Participation in TERRA’s leadership team to help set strategic direction and initiatives of the company
- Active involvement in local, state, national and international projects
- 15 ye ars of experience, of which five or more years were in a senior or managerial role
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Illinois Structural Engineer (SE); additional state SE licenses are preferred
- Illinois Team Leader Certification for Overseeing and Conducting NBIS Bridge Inspections
- Extensive experience with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois Tollway standards
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully
- Highly effective communication skills
- C om petitive salary and compensation package
- Flexible work schedule and public transportation reimbursement to and from the office (Chicago-based employees)
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- 401k, profit-sharing, and bonus eligibility
- Subsidized Health & Welfare benefits (major medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits)
- Professional development opportunities
- Teams of creative and talented individuals to work with