Job description:
Assistant Project Manager Structural Engineering (ENG3006)Location: Mission Viejo, CASalary: $80,000$100,000 per yearEmployment Type: Full TimeSchedule: MondayFriday, 8:30 AM5:30 PMBenefits: Health, vision, dental, 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays (including one floating holiday), generous PTO
Position Overview:A well-established structural engineering firm in Mission Viejo, CA is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to join their team as a full-time Assistant Project Manager. This role is ideal for a driven structural engineer looking to advance their career by leading projects and mentoring junior team members. You will oversee projects from concept to completion and manage a team of 13 staff members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage structural engineering projects through all phases
- Supervise and support a small team of engineers and drafters
- Produce structural analysis, designs, calculations, and details
- Review project contracts, scopes of work, change orders, and related documentation
- Communicate effectively with clients, internal teams, and stakeholders
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Architectural Engineering with Structural or Civil emphasis
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California
- Minimum 3 years of structural engineering design experience
- Prior experience managing project teams
- Proficiency with structural calculations for commercial, educational, and/or solar projects
- Experience using AutoCAD 2015 or newer (2D)
- Familiarity with Enercalc and RISA
- Competence in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Adobe tools
Ideal Candidate Traits:
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Client-focused with a high attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Motivated by professional growth and continuous learning
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Why Join Us?Be part of a progressive, people-first firm that values both hard work and a fun, inclusive company culture. Enjoy career development opportunities, hands-on project variety across sectors (commercial, residential, industrial, renewable), and an environment that promotes innovation, teamwork, and work-life balance.
- Salary: $80,000$100,000 per year (DOE)
- Benefits: Health, vision, dental, 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays (including one floating holiday), generous PTO