Division Manager Primary Structures

Job description

AE Dynamics, LLC is seeking a qualified and dedicated Division Manager for our Primary Structures Division.

As a leader in the structural engineering industry, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

The Division Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the strategic direction and day to day operations of the Division, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This position requires a highly organized individual who possesses strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of structural engineering principles and design elements.

You will be responsible for managing a diverse team of engineers and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.

Our ideal candidate will be well-versed in structural design and analysis, project management, and client relations.

You will also be instrumental in identifying new business opportunities, developing proposals, and maintaining existing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Primary Structures Division, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Develop and implement strategies for business development and client relationship management.
• Supervise and mentor engineering staff, fostering professional development and growth.
• Coordinate with other divisions and departments to ensure effective collaboration on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Prepare and present reports on division performance and project status to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural/Civil Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 8-10 years of experience in structural engineering, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of structural design principles and relevant software applications.
• Proven track record of successful project management and delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Ability to self-perform on engineering projects when schedule/resource availability requires.
• Ability to think strategically, solve problems creatively, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Roles/Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Management
• Review all projects prior to hand-off to internal project team
• Assignment of project teams
• Maintaining accurate schedules within management software
• Coordinating with staff and clients to keep schedules current
• Meet (in-person and virtually) with clients as needed to procure, kick-off, and manage projects
• Coordinating with AE Dynamics Facades Division Manager for shared resources
• Management of project budgets
• Timesheet approvals
• Monthly Invoicing Review
• Quality Control
• Formally document and maintain QA / QC Program
• Enforce Quality Control processes
• Coordinate with Project Managers and other staff as required to ensure that QC is being performed on projects prior to release to clients
• When needed, provide independent QC of projects
• Ensure Primary Structures Division maintains goals of designing efficient, innovative, and economical building structures
• Personnel Management
• Regular evaluation of staffing resources to impact hiring decisions
• Direct involvement with periodic performance reviews of individual staff members
• Mentor junior staff and prepare them for advancement through the firm
• Integral part of interviewing and hiring activities
• Input and participate in recruitment of Structural Engineers, Design Engineers, EITs, and structural interns
• Business Development
• Generating proposals for new projects
• Communication with existing clients about upcoming potential work
• Marketing for potential new clients
• Determining necessary processes and facilitating team involvement and documentation for formal documentation
• Identification, development, and progression of company standards
• Technical Requirements
• Provide technical expertise to help staff solve engineering problems
• Ability to use structural analysis software / tools as needed
• Ability to utilize Autodesk Revit for modeling / detailing / project review as needed
• Fluency with Bluebeam for PDF review and processing
• Project Site Visits as necessary (Travel not expected to be a regular occurrence beyond the immediate area of your local AE Dynamics office)
• Travel amongst AE Dynamics’ offices and client offices, as needed

Benefits

• Work on unique projects throughout the United States and the World
• Performance Incentive Plan, with up to 5 yearly payouts
• Company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurances
• Disability, Life, and Accident insurances available
• Health Savings Accounts available
• 401K Retirement Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunities for paid professional registrations and continuing education
• Company sponsored team building events and staff parties

Required Skill Profession

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