Senior Project Manager - Structural Engineering Department Head (32950)

Job DetailsJob Location: Boswell, Inc. Headquarters - South Hackensack, NJ 07606Salary Range: $210,000.00 - $225,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Engineering

Structural Engineering Department Head/ Manager

Boswell is a leading, fully integrated, multi-disciplinary firm providing a comprehensive range of professional services to federal, state, county, and local governmental agencies as well as private-sector clients throughout the northeastern United States.  We understand the significance of our work and its impact on society. Therefore, we deliver on-demand, sound, and state-of-the-art integrated engineering solutions to satisfy the complex needs of the sectors we serve.

Due to sustained growth and expansion, Boswell is seeking an experienced senior leader to head our Structural Engineering Division at our South Hackensack, NJ headquarters. This is a rare opportunity to shape the direction of our structural practice within a well-established and growing firm. In this role, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to a multidisciplinary team of Project Managers, Design Engineers, drafters, and technical staff, while serving as a trusted partner to our clients. You will drive project excellence, mentor the next generation of engineers, and play a central role in expanding the division’s capabilities and market presence. Given the importance of this leadership position and the collaborative nature of the work, regular in-office presence is essential to foster team culture, quality, and client engagement. At the same time, Boswell is open to flexibility and considers a hybrid work schedule.  (NO 3rd party agencies please)

Responsibilities:


Provide leadership and management for the Structural Engineering Department, driving performance in alignment with Boswell’s long-term, sustainable growth and success
Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team of Project Managers, Engineers, and technical staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional development
Plan and manage staffing strategy: Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR department to continue to attract top talent, and assess performance
Oversee delivery of complex roadway and transportation structural projects, including bridges, culverts, and retaining walls, from concept through detailed design, ensuring technical excellence, quality, profitability, schedule performance, and client satisfaction
Provide senior technical leadership while serving as a trusted client partner, strengthening long-term relationships, cultivating new opportunities, and positioning the practice for sustained repeat work and strategic growth
Drive business development initiatives for Structural Engineering opportunities in coordination with executive leadership, identifying new clients, leading pursuits, and preparing competitive proposals and qualification packages
Monitor and manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring effective staff performance, risk control, and consistent delivery standard
Establish, refine, and enforce internal processes, design standards, and quality control systems to improve efficiency, consistency, and technical rigor
Manage departmental financial performance, resource planning, and operational execution to support growth targets
Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated engineering solutions across Federal, State, regional, and locally funded infrastructure programs
Perform and oversee advanced structural analysis, design, and assessment activities, maintaining the division’s technical leadership and adherence to industry best practices
Support field inspections and on-site coordination when required, ensuring alignment between design intent and construction executio
Represent Boswell in client meetings, industry engagements, and professional forums, reinforcing the firm’s reputation and market presenc
Uphold internal standards, policies, and procedures while driving continuous improvement in operational practices


Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree (BS) in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey is required while New York PE is preferred.
15+ years of experience in structural design of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and overhead sign structures
10+ years of experience in Project Management
Strong experience in the management of consultant agreements, either as a consultant manager or the client
Significant experience working with public agencies like the Port Authority of NY and NJ NJDOT, NJTA, NYC Transit, NYCDOT, and NYSDOT
Experience working with New Jersey counties and municipalities is preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of codes, standards, and design guidelines (AASHTO, AREMA, ACI, AISC, NYC/NJ standards)
Proficiency with structural analysis and modeling software
Familiarity with technologies such as BIM
Experience with load rating, insp