Senior Lead Structural Engineer

Job Description

Who We Are
We're currently building out our Washington D.C. / Northern Virginia office and are seeking a Senior Leader to spearhead this exciting expansion. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role driving the growth of the office while managing teams, projects, and engineers.

LVI is partnered with a globally recognized structural engineering firm headquartered in Dallas, TX. Since our founding in 2004, the firm has grown to over 350 employees across 9 U.S. offices, with an international presence in Brazil and India.

The company is known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. This role offers a unique chance to take ownership of a growing region and play a key part in shaping its long-term success,
Sectors We Operate In:
Mission Critical and Data Centers
Aviation
Advanced Manufacturing
What You Will Do
Design and document complex, medium to large building structures across multiple sectors
Lead and manage design teams in collaboration with senior leadership and project stakeholders
Oversee full project delivery including calculations, documentation, and stamping
Perform and review structural analysis using hand calculations and modeling tools
Coordinate structural detailing, material selection, and multidisciplinary integration
Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Conduct site visits, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and prepare reports
Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and support relationship development
Contribute to business development through networking and proposal support
Participate in internal training, peer reviews, and process improvement initiatives
Monitor project performance, including financials and billing support
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Architectural or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis from an EAC/ABET accredited program (required); Master's degree preferred
Must hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of residence, with structural designation
Minimum of 6 years of experience in building design, including at least 2 years in a leadership role; or a bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience
Strong experience with concrete, steel, masonry, and wood design
Proficiency in RAM Structural System or Tekla Structural Designer, Revit, and BIM 360
Advanced knowledge of structural codes and design standards
Proven leadership and project management experience
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Experience managing project financials and team coordination
Commitment to mentoring, innovation, and continuous improvement