Professional Engineer - Project Manager

Job description:

Project Manager Professional Engineer (ENG3006) Location: Mission Viejo, CA
Salary: $80,000 $120,000 per year (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Benefits: Health, vision, dental, 401(k), 11 paid holidays (including a floating holiday), generous PTO package

Position Overview: A growing structural engineering firm in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a licensed Civil Engineer or Structural Engineer to join the team as a Project Manager / Professional Engineer . This role oversees a team of one to three staff and is responsible for managing various structural engineering projects across residential, commercial, education, and renewable energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage project teams, including engineers and drafters
• Perform structural analysis, designs, calculations, and detailing
• Review and interpret contracts, scopes of work, and change orders
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams
• Drive project success through team motivation and technical oversight

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering with a Structural or Civil emphasis
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in California Civil or Structural
• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering design
• Proven project management or team leadership experience
• Experience with structural calculations in residential, commercial, education, and/or solar sectors
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2015 or newer (2D), Enercalc, and RISA
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Adobe

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented with solid time management skills
• Committed to client satisfaction and project quality
• Motivated to grow in a supportive and collaborative environment

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Work Environment & Culture: This is a family-oriented, forward-thinking company that encourages innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance. Employees enjoy a fun and inclusive culture with company lunches, team-building events, and community involvement initiatives.

• Salary: $100,000$100,000 per year (DOE)
• Benefits: Health, vision, dental, 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays (including one floating holiday), generous PTO