At KPFF, we specialize in pushing the boundaries of structural engineering excellence. From industrial to commercial and everything in between, our portfolio reflects our commitment to innovation and quality. We are passionate about developing great engineers. Careers at KPFF are driven by individual accomplishments and successful projects. That means your dedication, attitude, and talent drives your professional growth. We invest time in our interns to develop them into future full-time employees. Join us and be part of a team that works on exciting projects with exceptional clients!
Job DescriptionDo you have the desire to branch out on your own but the shear thought of it seems daunting? Are you hungry for the opportunity to help expand a business, grow a project portfolio, and help mentor the next generation of aspiring young Structural Engineers? Do you want to be challenged technically and grow in your structural engineering experience with a national firm and projects across the country and across the world without having to relocate?
Sound enticing? We might have the place for you!
KPFF is seeking a Structural Engineering Group Leader in the Birmingham area, who is ready to be a part of a team to lead the next generation of talented and passionate engineers & BIM modelers. You’ll receive mentorship, guidance, and resources from our Nashville Team Leader, our Reporting Center Manager, and other leaders within KPFF. As part of our mentorship program, you'll have the freedom to shape your journey while helping others grow in their engineering careers.
Our purpose is to "Build Relationships and our Community with Engineering Excellence" by empowering people to maximize their opportunities, accomplish their personal and professional goals, and deliver the best client satisfaction possible.
QualificationsTo be considered, a candidate must:
- Be a Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in AL or surrounding states. Structural Engineering License (SE) is preferred
- Possess either a:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering OR
- Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering
- Have 8 years or more of project experience.
- Have at least 3 years of experience successfully leading teams larger than three people.
- Have design experience in a wide-variety of project materials and stages of construction
Hey, we have some pretty SWEET benefits too!
- GENEROUS TIME OFF – Robust PTO package with many options for Paid Time Off
- Various additional forms of PTO accrual
- Salary structure where we pay you for every hour you work and are able to put hours into a bank to use for later
- Vacation
- Personal and Sick
- KFPF Sponsored Paid Family Leave
- Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays annually)
- Paid Volunteer Program
- 1 week of Paid Jury Duty
- Regular connections with Team Leaders to support and nurture personal career goals
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement with the support of your Team Leader and our Technical Excellence Program
- Semi-annual Impact Bonuses
- Fun and friendly culture
- The ability to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the country
- A nationwide network of over 1,400 team members across KPFF
- Paid exams & annual education budget with paid memberships
- 401k contribution regardless of employee enrollment
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental option
- Life insurance/ADD/Disability programs
- Employee EAP program
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer or on construction sites.
- Parking is provided for all team members, in a secure garage that is locked after hours
- May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
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KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We’re driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized and our commitment to our clients and employees. For more than 60 years, KPFF has provided creative, practical solutions for projects of all kinds, scales and industries. We approach every design challenge to fulfill our passion for solving problems, delivering excellence and enabling the growth and creativity of our people, partners and profession.
