Prinicpal, Structural Engineering

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SGH is seeking a Principal to lead the Washington DC Structural Engineering Division, growing the structural investigation practice through client relationships, marketing, and technical leadership. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in structural engineering, a PE or SE license (SE preferred), and a demonstrated record of revenue growth, mentorship, and technical excellence. The role requires project delivery across complex facilities and collaboration with Building Technology and SGH’s national experts. How to apply: tailor your resume and cover letter to show strategic growth, forensic projects, and measurable client impact; cite licensure, leadership, and public speaking; follow SGH’s process. Equal Opportunity Employer; accommodations: [email protected].

We want someone passionate about technical leadership and business development.

SGH is seeking a Principal-level leader to participate in the growth and development of its Washington, DC Structural Engineering (SE) Division.

SGH’s Washington, DC SE Division desires to grow its structural investigation practice area. As part of this process, SGH seeks to employ a recognized technical expert with a proven business track record who will help grow and perpetuate the success of the structural investigation practice in the Division.

The position requires technical expertise and experience in the forensic evaluation of structures and their failures and in litigation support. The candidate should demonstrate a deep understanding of the performance of structures both under environmental loading and as related to durability.  Overlap with our Structural Repair and Rehabilitation capabilities and our Materials Science capabilities would be extremely beneficial. Examples of SGH’s work areas include complex commercial, institutional, industrial, energy, and horizontal infrastructure facilities. We anticipate that the candidate would collaborate extensively with our Washington, DC Building Technology (BT) Division on projects involving both disciplines. 

The Principal will be responsible for developing business and delivering projects through client relationships, strategic marketing, project management, and technical expertise and oversight. They will market, organize, coordinate, and execute project assignments of various sizes that leverage the engineering skillsets of SGH personnel. This individual will lead, supervise, support, mentor, and train staff and will work in a team atmosphere that fosters technological achievement, business development, and collaboration with other SGH practice areas while emphasizing a high-quality product. SGH Principals play key roles on professional committees and frequently contribute to journals and other technical publications.

Currently, SGH’s SE Division has a strong presence in Washington, DC, with regional support from our multi-disciplinary engineering and materials laboratory and operations groups in Boston, MA. SGH’s Washington, DC office is our second-largest office and includes a robust team working in Building Technology, Structural Engineering, and Advanced Analysis.  Our SE Division in Washington DC provides leading-edge services in structural investigation, repair and rehabilitation, and new structural design. In addition to the large group of BT engineers and architects in Washington, DC, the Washington, DC SE Division benefits from easy access to SGH’s national team of experts including analysts, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, civil engineers, fire engineers, materials scientists, chemists, petrographers, and architects.

What You’ll Need:

• Master of Science, Master of Engineering, or Doctorate in Structural Engineering or related field required.
• 15+ years of professional experience in structural engineering.
• Must have a Professional Engineer (PE) license or Structural Engineer (SE) license, SE preferred.
• Experience with and a desire to conduct leading-edge work and experience leading projects that require finding and communicating creative solutions outside the standard.
• Notable track record of recognized technical excellence and market leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong client relationships and a substantial revenue base.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a commitment to developing high-level talent.
• Participation in professional society activities and publications.
• Experience as an accomplished public speaker.
• Commitment to and track record of professional collaboration.
• SGH prides itself on its standards of ethics and honesty; candidates must view these qualities as paramount.