Senior Engineer (Structural / Business Development)

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RESPEC is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer / Business Development (Structural) in Denver, blending strategic growth with engineering. The role focuses on BD and client relationships to build a robust project pipeline, maintain engagements, identify pursuits, and coordinate cross sector opportunities. Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineer license, a structural emphasis bachelor’s in civil engineering, 10–15+ years in structural engineering, and demonstrated BD leadership; a MS and additional licenses are a plus. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned with ESOP after a qualifying period; salary typically $140k–$160k plus benefits. Note we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters; tailor your application to showcase BD wins and client impact.

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Job Description

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer / Business Development (Structural) to join our engineering team in our Denver, Colorado office. This role is responsible for a combination of strategic business development and senior engineering. Utilizing a strategic mindset, the Senior Engineer steps confidently into client-facing conversations while successfully balancing a variety of projects. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned and this individual will join a collaborative group of fellow owners in tackling complex project challenges.

This role will focus on:

• Develop, build, and manage relationships with strategic partners and customers, both public and private, to build a pipeline of projects.
• Maintain current client relationships and facilitate continued joint project opportunities
• Identify pursuits and position market sector to secure new business in existing and new markets
• Work with other internal market sectors to develop joint pursuits and encourage cross selling to existing clients
• Other duties as assigned/commensurate with a senior engineer role

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate enjoys working with a team and diving into new challenges, and will have the following qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution, with focus on Structural Design

• Professional Civil Engineer License
• Experience leading strategic business development initiatives in a structural engineering firm
• 10 -15+ years of progressive structural engineering practice
• Experience leading and managing a team of engineers
• Experience presenting engineering-related items to clients, boards, public officials, and other outside stakeholders

Additional Preferred Experience/Skills:

• M.S., Civil Engineering from an accredited institution, with focus on Structural Design
• Professional Structural Engineering License
• Experience with Quality Control reviews of structural drawings and specifications
• Project management experience and prior construction experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, REVIT, AutoCAD, Bluebeam
• Established NCEES Record

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits: Salary depends on experience and expertise. The typical salary range for this position is $140,000-$160,000. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company, and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.