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Director of Structural Engineering

Mannik Smith Group, Berlin, NJ, United States


Director of Structural Engineering Department:

Engineering

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Berlin, NJ

Compensation:

$180,000 - $240,000 / year

Description Artheon is seeking a strategic Director of Structures to lead our structural engineering practice within our infrastructure business. Artheon brings together several established consulting engineering firms including Churchill Consulting Engineers, CME Associates, and Naik Consulting Group, forming a collaborative organization of more than 600 professionals delivering complex infrastructure solutions across transportation, utilities, and public works.

This role will be responsible for driving technical excellence, leading high-performing teams, and delivering complex structural projects that support critical transportation and infrastructure systems.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will help shape the strategic direction of the structures practice, strengthen client relationships, and position the firm for continued growth across priority markets.

Responsibilities Leadership and Practice Growth

Lead and grow a multidisciplinary structural engineering team across major infrastructure markets

Provide strategic direction, resource planning, and operational leadership for the structures group

Foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Project Delivery

Oversee the delivery of complex structural design projects including bridges, transit systems, tunnels, and major public infrastructure

Ensure alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations

Serve as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor on key pursuits and projects

Client Engagement

Develop and maintain strong relationships with public agencies and key clients

Support major pursuits, proposals, and interviews, contributing to win strategies

Represent the firm as a technical leader in the marketplace

Technical Excellence

Drive innovation in structural design, materials, and delivery methods

Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (AASHTO, ACI, AISC, local agency requirements

Stay current with industry trends, codes, and emerging technologies

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) license strongly preferred

15+ years of structural engineering experience, including leadership of teams and complex projects

Extensive experience with NJDOT, NJTA, and/or other major transportation agencies

Demonstrated success delivering large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects

Strong knowledge of structural design standards and regulatory requirements

Proven ability in client management, project delivery, and business development

Experience working with public agencies and alternative delivery methods (DB, CM/GC, P3) is a plus

Benefits Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.

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