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VHB lists this Structural Practice Lead - Buildings opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Structural Practice Lead - Buildings
Job Locations
US-MA-Watertown | US-MA-Boston | US-NY-New York City | US-DC-Washington | US-VA-Tysons Corner
ID
Category
Engineering
Type
Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type
Experienced
# of Openings
1
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
As VHB grows across its footprint, we need to hire a new Practice Lead to help expand our growing building structural practice. In this position, you would help set the strategic direction for the building structural practice, collaborate with and lead staff in multiple offices, and support competitive proposals. You would also lead the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of new structures, with a focus on transportation-related structures for state agencies and transportation authorities. The ideal candidate should possess a "can-do" attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast paced, and fun environment.
Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB
Responsibilities
Key client and contract management
Coordination with Architecture partners
Technical oversight and review
Generate new business development opportunities and prepare winning proposals
Lead go/no go and partnering decisions on strategic pursuits
Project scoping and development
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with leading external disciplines (i.e. architecture and MEP consultant partners)
Supervising and mentoring younger staff
Quality management
Preliminary and final structural design
Monitoring of project budgets and schedules
Establish and track project milestones as well as quarterly business goals
Involvement and input in key personnel decisions
Skills & Abilities
Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of staff working remotely
Must possess strong technical skills with knowledge of various structural systems for building construction
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility
Working knowledge of Revit and 3D modeling software for QC and mentoring purposes
Proactive and self-motived, with excellent attention to detail and quality
Motivated to mentor junior staff
Strong organizational and time management skills
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or architecture, MS preferred
10+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in the architectural or structural design of buildings.
Minimum of 4 years' experience working on structures for state agencies and transportation authorities.
PE or RA License
Demonstrated success in completing structural designs and developing contract plans in conformance with accepted engineering standards and procedures for public and private clients
Past business development success and industry relationships
Ability to travel as needed to client sites
The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $200,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.
Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.
Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist
VHB has been named a U.S. Best Managed Company for 2026, marking its second consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. VHB, was honored for excellence in strategy, execution, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal
Building what's next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you'll find:
Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
Support to grow your skills and lead through change
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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