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TERRA Engineering, Ltd. lists this Structural Engineering Department Director opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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TERRA Engineering, Ltd. provided pay range
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Base pay range
$200,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr
This critical role will lead TERRA's Structural Engineering Department and manage the talent, decision-making processes, business development, and client relationships,
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
Qualifications
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
TERRA Offers
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
The employment policy of TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.
TERRA Engineering, Ltd. will recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Civil Engineering
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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