Mackenzie’s California presence is expanding with the growth of our Sacramento office. We are seeking a highly experienced structural engineering leader (SE required) with 10–20 years of experience to join our team. This full-time role is suited for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about leading teams and delivering high-quality projects.
This position involves guiding and mentoring engineering staff while partnering with department leadership on strategic initiatives and business development. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to contribute to both project execution and the continued growth of the structural department.
This role is ideal for a motivated leader interested in helping build and grow a new office presence, through establishment of a strong and collaborative team environment, involvement in staffing, business development, and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and oversee structural projects from conceptual planning through design, documentation, and construction administration.
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Serve as the structural engineering lead and engineer of record on complex and/or large-scale projects.
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Collaborate with Architects, Interior Designers, Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and MEP consultant teams on projects.
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Perform and oversee structural gravity and lateral design calculations across a wide variety of project types.
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Plan, organize, coordinate, and lead the structural design team, including mentoring and supervising junior engineers.
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Manage structural project scope, schedule, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
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Support Structural Department leadership in implementing corporate strategy and advancing discipline-specific initiatives and unified practice standards.
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Assist in operational management efforts for the structural department, including staffing coordination, recruitment, and hiring.
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Foster staff development by supporting mentorship, growth opportunities, and a positive team environment.
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Participate in proposal preparation and business development efforts.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
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Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
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10 to 20 years of structural engineering experience with relevant project types.
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Structural Engineering (SE) license required.
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Advanced working knowledge of seismic design and applicable building codes (ASCE 7, ASCE 41, ACI, AISC, etc.).
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Experience with OSHPD/HCAI projects is preferred.
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Experience with steel design and interest in manufacturing and semiconductor facility projects is a plus.
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Proven ability to lead and coordinate the production of complete construction document packages for medium to large-scale projects.
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Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects through all phases, including construction contract administration.
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Experience developing and maintaining project specifications.
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Previous experience leading and mentoring staff.
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Ability to think and work across disciplines and support a unified project delivery process.
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High level of emotional intelligence with strong communication and listening skills.
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Demonstrated initiative and commitment to achieving results.
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Open to new ideas, challenges, and continuous improvement.
Salary Range: $130,000 to $170,000
At Mackenzie, we work a hybrid office schedule; all staff work in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with an option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
At Mackenzie, we invest in the well-being of our employees, both in and outside the workplace. Over the course of 60+ years in business, Mackenzie has created a vibrant employee culture.
By providing support for young families, and a transition plan for those nearing retirement, we nurture professional development through every stage of a long career.
We foster an active culture, engaging in our community and taking advantage of local sports, recreational, and cultural events.
Mackenzie offers:
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Health, Vision, Dental Insurance Coverage
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Cigna Traditional PPO
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Cigna High Deductible Health Plan
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Flexible Spending Account
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Paid Time Off
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Typical Paid Holidays
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Two Floater Holidays
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18 days of Paid Time Off earned per year
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Paid Volunteer Time
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Paid Parental Leave
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Paid Bereavement Leave
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Transportation Benefits Options
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Company-Funded Profit-Sharing Plan/Employee 401k
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Bonus Programs
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Disability and Life Insurance
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Supplemental Insurance Options through Mutual of Omaha
For additional information, please click here for our benefits flyer.
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