Position: Structural Restoration Engineer (Licensed PE)
Location: Baltimore, MD (Hybrid)
Salary: $88,000–$120,000 annually + Performance-Based Bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
A leading national engineering and building science consulting firm is seeking an experienced Structural Restoration Engineer to join its growing team in Baltimore, Maryland. This position focuses on evaluating, investigating, and developing repair solutions for existing buildings and structures. The successful candidate will work on projects involving structural deterioration, facade distress, waterproofing failures, parking structure deficiencies, and other building performance concerns. The Structural Restoration Engineer will manage projects from initial assessment and investigation through repair design and construction administration. Working closely with building owners, architects, contractors, and property managers, this individual will develop practical rehabilitation solutions that improve the safety, durability, and long-term performance of existing structures. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with experience in structural assessments, forensic investigations, repair design, and project management who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and building strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Structural Assessments & Investigations
- Conduct condition assessments of existing buildings, structural systems, and building enclosure components.
- Investigate structural deterioration, distress, water intrusion, material failures, and building performance deficiencies.
- Evaluate structural systems, facades, waterproofing assemblies, parking structures, and related building components.
- Review construction documents, historical records, previous repairs, and existing field conditions to identify underlying causes of deterioration or failure.
- Perform field investigations and technical evaluations to determine appropriate repair and rehabilitation strategies.
- Document findings and communicate technical recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
Engineering Evaluation & Repair Design
- Prepare detailed engineering reports documenting investigation findings, technical conclusions, and repair recommendations.
- Develop structural repair, restoration, rehabilitation, and modernization solutions for existing buildings and structures.
- Perform engineering calculations and structural analyses to support repair designs and applicable code requirements.
- Coordinate the preparation of repair drawings, specifications, construction documents, and bid packages.
- Evaluate repair alternatives based on structural performance, constructability, durability, and long-term maintenance considerations.
- Review technical reports, calculations, and engineering deliverables prepared by other project team members.
- Support preservation-sensitive rehabilitation and modernization projects when applicable.
Project Management & Construction Administration
- Manage multiple structural restoration and rehabilitation projects from initial assessment through construction completion.
- Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and technical deliverables.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and specialty consultants throughout project execution.
- Prepare or oversee construction documentation, technical specifications, and repair details.
- Conduct construction site visits, field observations, and quality assurance reviews.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and contractor requests for information.
- Provide technical guidance during construction to resolve field conditions and ensure repairs align with project requirements.
- Maintain clear communication with clients and project teams regarding progress, schedules, and technical considerations.
Client Relationships & Business Development
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to building owners, property managers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Present investigation findings, engineering evaluations, and repair recommendations through technical reports, presentations, and client meetings.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support proposal development, scope definition, fee estimates, and project pursuits.
- Identify opportunities to expand consulting services and support business growth initiatives.
- Provide responsive, solutions-oriented technical consulting to clients.
Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, consultants, and technical staff.
- Review engineering calculations, technical reports, repair documents, and project deliverables for quality and accuracy.
- Support professional development through coaching, project collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
- Contribute to technical quality initiatives and the continued growth of the structural restoration and rehabilitation practice.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 5+ years of professional experience in structural engineering, restoration engineering, forensic engineering, rehabilitation consulting, existing building consulting, or a related discipline.
- Experience conducting building condition assessments, structural investigations, failure evaluations, and repair design.
- Strong understanding of structural systems, construction practices, building materials, and the behavior of existing structures.
- Experience preparing technical reports, engineering calculations, construction documents, and repair recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with structural restoration, parking structure rehabilitation, facade restoration, or building enclosure rehabilitation.
- Background in forensic engineering investigations and structural failure analysis.
- Experience with historic preservation, adaptive reuse, or landmark building rehabilitation projects.
- Structural Engineer (SE) license.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and technical staff.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Base Salary: $88,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing eligible employees with company-funded ownership benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off starting at 17 days annually.
- 10 paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer match.
- Paid parental leave.
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
- Employee assistance and wellness programs.
- Hybrid work arrangement.
About the Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer interested in expanding their expertise in structural restoration, forensic investigations, and existing building rehabilitation. The position offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects involving structural deterioration, parking structures, facades, waterproofing systems, and complex building performance challenges. Candidates who enjoy hands-on investigations, engineering analysis, repair design, and managing projects from initial assessment through construction completion are encouraged to apply.
