Description
The Senior Structural Project Manager at H2B leads multidisciplinary building projects for our federal healthcare and defense clients (e.g., VA, USACE, Air Force). From planning through construction closeout, this role will own scope, schedule, budget, provide technical direction, seal structural deliverables, and develop their teammates. This role blends structural design expertise with leadership skills that align with our company culture and core values.
Learn more about our vibrant and competitive team, and the services we provide at H2B. Be part of a company culture that values work-life balance, professional growth and development, and making a positive impact in our communities through innovative engineering solutions.
Designs That Serve
H2B Engineering | Design provides comprehensive project management, civil and structural engineering, and design services for a variety of project types that aid in the design and construction of the built environment. The markets we serve include federal, healthcare, municipal, education, recreation, community, hospitality, commercial, and transportation. We pride ourselves on delivering precise designs, innovative solutions, and client satisfaction. Our clients include governmental entities, architects, developers, and contractors.
H2B is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Member, and Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) - State of Texas. We are licensed and proudly serve 38 states including Washington, D.C.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance bonus potential
- H2B covers 100% of the employee’s healthcare, dental, and vision premiums, and offers partially paid coverage for spouses and families
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible paid time off and paid company recognized holidays
- Hybrid schedule with ability to work from home
- Generous parental leave
- Support for professional development, including membership in professional organizations, licensure fees, and renewals
- Educational Assistance Program
- One on one professional development and coaching
- H2B University continual learning program and H2B’s Way Project Management Training Program
- Monthly teambuilding events and weekly social activities
- Family friendly events
Our Purpose
H2B Engineering | Design provides comprehensive project management, engineering, and design services for a variety of project types that aid in the design and construction of the built environment. We take pride in the work we do nationwide specifically for our Veterans and our community through the markets we serve.
H2B’s core focus and passion is to provide employees the most balanced, fulfilling, and fun workplace possible so that our clients always get the best we have to offer from a satisfied team. H2B is a lifestyle company who puts family first so that our DESIGNS SERVE our clients and communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute multiple large/complex projects; define WBS, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans.
- Lead multidiscipline coordination (Arch/MEP/Fire/Civil/Specialty) and facilitate milestone reviews (35/65/95/IFC).
- Direct production in Revit and complete structural analysis in RISA; set modeling standards, views/sheets, and model QA workflows.
- Stamp structural documents; ensure conformance with IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318/301, AISC 360/341, TMS 402/602, UFC/UFGS as applicable.
- Oversee contractor submittals, RFIs, ASIs, change orders, and field observations; resolve site issues rapidly.
- Primary client interface for scope/fee negotiations, risk and change management, and satisfaction.
- Support capture and proposals (SOQs, scopes, level-of-effort, interview coaching); represent H2B at VA/Federal conferences and professional societies.
- Uphold H2B’s Core Values by intentionally mentoring staff and promoting a culture of quality and service.
Technical Expertise
- Serve as structural SME for complex systems (steel, concrete, CMU, foundations, lateral/diaphragm systems), progressive collapse checks, anchorage, and connections.
- Lead and coordinate blastresistant design and AT/FP criteria (e.g., UFC 334002, ASCE 59) with specialty consultants.
- Drive internal standards, detail libraries, calculation templates, and lessonslearned to reduce rework.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (with structural emphasis)
- Preferred SE license; active PE in Texas (or ability to obtain)
- Preferred NCEES Record (or ability to acquire quickly)
- 12–18+ years of experience, 8+ years leading multidiscipline building projects; demonstrated success delivering Federal/healthcare projects on time and within budget.
- Proficiency managing projects produced in Revit (reviewlevel) and RISA (analysis/design).
- Mastery of IBC/ASCE 7/ACI/AISC; familiarity with UFC/UFGS for Federal work.
- Excellent written/oral communication; ability to successfully facilitate meetings, write concise narratives, and present to executive stakeholders.
- Employment with H2B is contingent upon signing a restrictive covenant agreement, which includes provisions related to confidentiality, non-solicitation, and protection of company interests.
- Employment is subject to successful completion of a background check.
Additional Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Blast design and/or coordination experience (UFC 334002, ASCE 59) or direct work with blast consultants.
- Experience with VA Technical Information Library (TIL) criteria and Federal acquisition environment (FAR/IDIQ task orders).
- Working knowledge of RISAConnection, Tekla Tedds (or equivalent), RAM/ETABS/SAP for special cases.
- Experience mentoring and developing PMs/PEs; establishing QA/QC checklists and BIM standards.
Core Competencies | Modeling H2B’s Core Values
In this position, the ideal candidate has the capacity and ability to model H2B’s Core Values. Demonstrated
leadership and prior experience modeling these characteristics are preferred.
- Details Matter: Anticipates code and constructability pitfalls early; proactive in optimizing resources.
- Success Starts Within: Embodies a growth mindset by adapting, seeking feedback, experimenting, considering different perspectives, and leveraging tools for efficiency, productivity, and personal success.
- Lifelong Learning: Coaches teammates, project managers; creates opportunities and raises the bar on quality.
- Enjoy the Journey: Earns trust among our team and with our clients; turns problems into options with cost/schedule implications.
- Whatever It Takes: Consistently delivers margin targets, low rework, and strong client satisfaction.
Working Conditions
- In-office role at Houston office with flexible work environment and schedule.
- Occasional site visits, client meetings, and out of town travel.
- Must meet access and safety requirements for Federal medical/defense facilities; valid driver’s license and ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Candidates must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship by the company, either
currently or in the future.
Success Metrics
- ≥95% ontime milestone delivery across portfolio.
- Meet/beat gross margin on ≥80% of projects; documented risk mitigation plans.
- Rework <2% of fee; reduction in RFIs due to design coordination.
- Develop mentor 2 junior staff teammates through individualized development plans and their success in the adoption of updated structural standards/templates.
How to Apply
Send a resume, brief project portfolio (with role and scope), and references to Director of Training and Development, Milly Sordo at milly.sordo@h2bengineers.com. Please include in subject line: Senior Structural Project Manager - Your Name
