Structural Engineering Department Director

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13741331 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 departments 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 TERRAs 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); 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