Structural Engineer/Project Manager P4

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering, planning and design services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated people and are proud to be named a 2025 Top Workplace.

GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships; we embody values that speak to loyalty, service, quality and integrity; and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. We’re looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence, it’s all about relationships.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a dynamic Structural Engineer in our growing Madison, WI office. This opportunity offers exciting project challenges while managing design teams on single and multi-discipline projects. Projects include a wide variety of new commercial buildings in the areas of healthcare, education, multi-family, hospitality, and office, as well as analysis of existing buildings and renovation projects. Every project brings a new puzzle that requires creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This position offers the opportunity to become part of a well-established structural group.

Responsibilities include:

• Project engineering and management including project oversight, setting priorities, and developing objectives, project financial management as well as hands-on involvement in the design process.
• Serving as a technical resource for Structural team members.
• Lead and participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, project interviews/presentations, and client management.
• Develop new business opportunities by strengthening relationships with existing clients and creating new client connections.
• Represent the firm at industry events, professional associations, and community activities to enhance visibility and market presence.
• Mentorship of less experienced staff members.
• Professional society involvement.
  
  
  

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Master’s degree with a Structural focus is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience of professional experience in structural design of buildings. Candidates with more experience are encouraged to apply.
• Abilities to mentor staff and successfully lead a project team is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Wisconsin. PE licenses in other Midwest states is a plus.
• Good communication skills and a proven track record in successfully interacting with clients and internal team members is necessary.
• Experience in Business development activities including proposal preparation, project interviews/presentations, and client management is preferred.
  
  
  

Why GRAEF? We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to include:

• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting office location, with free amenities, including onsite fitness center and more
• Free covered parking
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress
  
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets