{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bfcec9206fe57e65284e35f5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bfcec9206fe57e65284e35f5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bfcec9206fe57e65284e35f5","title":"Structural Associate Principal","description":"What You'll Do:\nECS is seeking a Structural Associate Principal to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science & Infrastructure team in Baltimore, MD. In this role, you will manage structural consulting projects and serve as a lead technical consultant on structural assessments, investigations, testing, and design. You will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate structural performance, support construction and repair efforts, and deliver practical, high-quality engineering solutions across a variety of facility types. This is a client-facing role with regular interaction with owners, architects, contractors, and engineers. The position includes responsibility for project management, technical execution, business development support, and mentorship of junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.\n\nResponsibilities\nTechnical Leadership & Execution\nDemonstrate strong knowledge across building science & infrastructure consulting services, with advanced expertise in structural engineering.\nProvide technical guidance to staff on structural investigations, testing, design, and repair solutions.\nPerform senior-level review of reports, calculations, drawings, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.\nSupport Principal-level review processes in accordance with ECS policies.\nLead and oversee structural assessments, forensic investigations, and repair design efforts.\nApply knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations to project execution and recommendations.\nProject Management & Delivery\nManage structural projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations.\nOversee project budgets, including review of change orders, invoices, and support of collection efforts.\nCoordinate staffing and ensure appropriately trained personnel are assigned to projects.\nManage multiple concurrent projects while prioritizing tasks and deadlines.\nPrepare and review proposals, reports, calculations, and change orders.\nParticipate in project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative challenges.\nStructural Engineering & Field Oversight\nSupervise and direct field investigations and testing, including anchor bolt testing, bond testing, GPR, coring, chipping, sounding, and material sampling.\nOversee structural assessments to evaluate existing conditions and identify deficiencies.\nLead structural design efforts for repairs and modifications to existing structures.\nServe as Engineer of Record (as applicable), taking responsibility for calculations, drawings, and technical decisions.\nOversee construction administration activities, including RFI responses, shop drawing review, and coordination with project stakeholders.\nEnsure work performed aligns with project scope and address any deviations, including impacts to budget, schedule, and client objectives.\nLeadership & Staff Development\nMentor and develop junior staff, providing technical training in structural analysis, field work, and design.\nSupervise staff assignments and support day-to-day execution of project work.\nAssist senior leadership with staffing decisions and team development.\nPromote best practices in technical execution, safety, and client communication.\nClient Development & Relationship Management\nMaintain and grow client relationships while supporting business development efforts.\nIdentify new opportunities with existing and prospective clients.\nParticipate in proposal development and contribute to positioning of ECS services.\nSupport client discussions related to findings, recommendations, and project outcomes.\nRepresent ECS professionally in all client and industry interactions.\nCollaboration & Communication\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality consulting solutions.\nCoordinate with senior staff to ensure effective project setup and execution.\nParticipate in client meetings and follow up on deliverables as needed.\nContribute to internal initiatives, including improving templates, processes, and technical standards.\nAdditional Responsibilities\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nWhat We're Looking For:\nQualifications\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), Architectural Engineering, or related field.\n8+ years of related experience in structural consulting, including assessment, design, and/or forensic investigations.\nProfessional Engineer (P.E.) license required.\nKnowledge & Skills\nStrong knowledge of structural engineering principles and applications.\nStrong understanding of construction practices, drawings, and site plans.\nExtensive knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, etc.).\nExperience with structural analysis, repair design, and evaluation of existing structures.\nKnowledge of field testing methods and ability to interpret results relative to structural performance.\nExperience with forensic investigations and development of repair recommendations.\nProven ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff.\nStrong project management, consulting, and client interaction skills.\nSolid judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and report review.\nAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.\nDemonstrated ability to support business development and client growth.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, walk uneven terrain, and work at heights as needed.\n\nWhy Join ECS?\nNationwide Building Science & Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country\nOpportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility\nBe part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service\nSupportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning\nCompetitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits\nECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!\n401(k) with up to 4% match\nTuition Assistance Program\nAnd more!\n\nECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & Lead\n\nThe expected pay range for this role and location is $105,000 - $150,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.\nWho We Are:\nECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.\n\nECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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In this role, you will manage structural consulting projects and serve as a lead technical consultant on structural assessments, investigations, testing, and design. You will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to evaluate structural performance, support construction and repair efforts, and deliver practical, high-quality engineering solutions across a variety of facility types. This is a client-facing role with regular interaction with owners, architects, contractors, and engineers. The position includes responsibility for project management, technical execution, business development support, and mentorship of junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.\n\nResponsibilities\nTechnical Leadership & Execution\nDemonstrate strong knowledge across building science & infrastructure consulting services, with advanced expertise in structural engineering.\nProvide technical guidance to staff on structural investigations, testing, design, and repair solutions.\nPerform senior-level review of reports, calculations, drawings, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.\nSupport Principal-level review processes in accordance with ECS policies.\nLead and oversee structural assessments, forensic investigations, and repair design efforts.\nApply knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations to project execution and recommendations.\nProject Management & Delivery\nManage structural projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations.\nOversee project budgets, including review of change orders, invoices, and support of collection efforts.\nCoordinate staffing and ensure appropriately trained personnel are assigned to projects.\nManage multiple concurrent projects while prioritizing tasks and deadlines.\nPrepare and review proposals, reports, calculations, and change orders.\nParticipate in project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative challenges.\nStructural Engineering & Field Oversight\nSupervise and direct field investigations and testing, including anchor bolt testing, bond testing, GPR, coring, chipping, sounding, and material sampling.\nOversee structural assessments to evaluate existing conditions and identify deficiencies.\nLead structural design efforts for repairs and modifications to existing structures.\nServe as Engineer of Record (as applicable), taking responsibility for calculations, drawings, and technical decisions.\nOversee construction administration activities, including RFI responses, shop drawing review, and coordination with project stakeholders.\nEnsure work performed aligns with project scope and address any deviations, including impacts to budget, schedule, and client objectives.\nLeadership & Staff Development\nMentor and develop junior staff, providing technical training in structural analysis, field work, and design.\nSupervise staff assignments and support day-to-day execution of project work.\nAssist senior leadership with staffing decisions and team development.\nPromote best practices in technical execution, safety, and client communication.\nClient Development & Relationship Management\nMaintain and grow client relationships while supporting business development efforts.\nIdentify new opportunities with existing and prospective clients.\nParticipate in proposal development and contribute to positioning of ECS services.\nSupport client discussions related to findings, recommendations, and project outcomes.\nRepresent ECS professionally in all client and industry interactions.\nCollaboration & Communication\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality consulting solutions.\nCoordinate with senior staff to ensure effective project setup and execution.\nParticipate in client meetings and follow up on deliverables as needed.\nContribute to internal initiatives, including improving templates, processes, and technical standards.\nAdditional Responsibilities\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nWhat We're Looking For:\nQualifications\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), Architectural Engineering, or related field.\n8+ years of related experience in structural consulting, including assessment, design, and/or forensic investigations.\nProfessional Engineer (P.E.) license required.\nKnowledge & Skills\nStrong knowledge of structural engineering principles and applications.\nStrong 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Join ECS?\nNationwide Building Science & Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country\nOpportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility\nBe part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service\nSupportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning\nCompetitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits\nECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!\n401(k) with up to 4% match\nTuition Assistance Program\nAnd more!\n\nECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & Lead\n\nThe expected pay range for this role and location is $105,000 - $150,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.\nWho We Are:\nECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.\n\nECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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