Job Description
Job Description
Company Overview
Leading design-build firm specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial structural repair, foundation work, slope stabilization, and seismic retrofitting. With over 30 years of proven performance, we are committed to delivering durable solutions that stand the test of time while fostering career growth for our team members.
Job Overview
Seeking an experienced Director of Planning & Engineering to lead our engineering, drafting, and permitting operations. This executive leadership role is responsible for ensuring engineering projects are designed accurately, permitted efficiently, and delivered on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence and quality.
The ideal candidate is an experienced California Professional Engineer who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, mentoring engineers, and solving complex structural challenges.
Duties
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Lead and oversee all engineering, drafting, and permitting operations.
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Review and approve structural calculations, engineering plans, redlines, and technical documents.
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Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, drafters, and permitting personnel.
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Coordinate with production, project management, and sales to ensure projects remain on schedule.
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Conduct structural observations, site visits, and provide technical guidance when field revisions are required.
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Ensure compliance with California Building Code and applicable engineering standards.
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Monitor departmental performance, project schedules, production metrics, budgets, and engineering revenue.
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Lead planning meetings and establish departmental priorities to ensure efficient workflow and project completion.
Qualifications
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Active California Structural Engineer (SE) license (Required).
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Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture.
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Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience.
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Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership or management experience.
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Minimum 5 years of experience with plan check submittals, permitting, and engineering operations.
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Extensive experience designing and reviewing structural systems, including concrete, steel, wood, masonry, and foundation systems.
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Strong understanding of the California Building Code (CBC), ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, NDS, and other applicable structural design standards.
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Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit.
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Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
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Ability to mentor engineers, manage multiple departments, and drive operational efficiency.
Perks & Benefits
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Competitive salary starting at $150,000+ per year (DOE).
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Performance bonus opportunities.
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Robust health coverage through a Company-selected medical, dental, and vision plan, with 100% employer-paid premiums for employee coverage.
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401(k) retirement plan.
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Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
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Company phone and computer provided.
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Opportunity to lead one of Southern California's premier structural engineering departments.
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Long-term career stability with an established company experiencing continued growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Join us and lead an engineering department where your expertise, leadership, and decisions directly shape the success of projects built throughout Southern California.
Pay: From $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
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401(k)
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Health insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
Experience:
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Structural Engineering: 10 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
\nCompany Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
Company Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.