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Structural Engineering Department Director

TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026
Structural Engineering Department Director Full Time Management Chicago, Chicago, IL, US Peoria, Peoria, IL, US 14 days ago Requisition ID: 1140 Salary Range: $180,000.00 To $220,000.00 Annually This critical role will lead TERRA's Structural Engineering Department and manage the talent, decision-making processes, business development, and client relationships. Essential Functions: Lead and manage all operational activities of the Structural Engineering Department Direct, supervise and mentor staff Collaborate with other department leaders on projects and initiatives Responsible for departmental decision-making with applicable input from owners Marketing and business development through building and maintaining relationships with current and potential clients of TERRA Oversee the department’s client contact and communications Finalize cost estimates, plans, technical specifications and calculations for many different structure types with an emphasis on bridges and other transportation-related structures QA/QC the inspection of in-service bridges, retaining walls, and other structures Steer all aspects of the planning phase of design, including finalization of Bridge Condition Reports and Type, Size and Location (TSL) Plans Collaborate and coordinate with department staff to determine the best solution for each project Participation in TERRA’s leadership team to help set strategic direction and initiatives of the company Active involvement in local, state, national and international projects Qualifications: 15+ years of experience, of which five or more years were in a senior or managerial role Strong leadership and management skills Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) license required; additional state SE licenses are preferred Illinois Team Leader Certification for Overseeing and Conducting NBIS Bridge Inspections Extensive experience with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois Tollway standards Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully Highly effective communication skills TERRA Offers: Competitive salary and compensation package Flexible work schedule and public transportation reimbursement to and from the office (Chicago-based employees) Generous paid time off and holidays 401k, profit-sharing, and bonus eligibility Subsidized Health & Welfare benefits (major medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits) Professional development opportunities Teams of creative and talented individuals to work with The employment policy of TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. will recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. #LI-CB1

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