Job Details

Head of Commercial Structural Engineering (Non-Residential)

Multiple Locations (CA / TX / Remote Flexibility)

Starting Salary: $155,000+ (commensurate with experience)

Burke Structural Engineers (BSE) is seeking a Head of Commercial Structural Engineering to lead and grow our non-residential design division. This is a leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring high-quality, efficient project delivery across a national portfolio.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated structural engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership, and is ready to lead a team while upholding high standards of accountability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Head of the Commercial Structural Department, leading all non-residential structural design efforts
• Stamp and sign structural drawings and calculations as Engineer of Record
• Lead, manage, and hold accountable (LMA) a team of structural engineers and BIM staff
• Review structural drawings and calculations for accuracy, completeness, and code compliance
• Establish and enforce design standards, QA/QC procedures, and best practices
• Provide technical oversight on projects involving steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and post‑tensioned (PT) concrete systems
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and clients to ensure seamless project execution
• Drive project delivery timelines, budgets, and team performance
• Opportunity to participate in weekly EOS Level 10 meetings and contribute to scorecards, rocks, and issue solving
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to improve technical and professional growth

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and Structural Engineer (SE) in California (Required)
• Minimum 8–12+ years of structural design experience in commercial (non‑residential) projects
• Proven experience designing with:
• Structural steel
• Reinforced concrete
• Wood
• Masonry
• Post‑tensioned concrete
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing engineering staff
• Strong understanding of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, NDS, and TMS codes
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record and signing/sealing documents
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to thrive in a high‑accountability, performance‑driven environment

Why Join BSE?

• Leadership opportunity with direct impact on company growth and direction
• Work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the U.S.
• Be part of a company that operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)—clear structure, accountability, and measurable results
• Opportunity to build and shape a high‑performing engineering team
• Competitive compensation and growth potential