Structural Engineering Group Manager

Structural Engineering Group Manager - Holland, MI

DISHER is currently partnering with a Michigan-based engineering consulting firm offering a broad range of services, including civil engineering, land surveying, environmental consulting, and energy infrastructure solutions. They are searching for a Structural Engineering Group Manager to join their team. This leadership role presents exciting challenges in structural engineering, offering opportunities for career advancement within a team that specializes in delivering innovative and practical structural solutions across diverse industries. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step into a key leadership role, shape the future of a growing team, and still remain connected to the engineering work they love.

What it's like to work here:

Working at this establishment offers a collaborative and supportive environment where employees tackle meaningful projects. The company values professional growth, providing training opportunities and strong benefits. Team members highlight the close-knit team, positive culture, approachable leadership, and the chance to make a real impact within a well-established Michigan firm.

• Lead and manage a small team of structural engineers and designers
• Mentor and support less experienced team members as the group grows
• Oversee full project lifecycle—from concept to completion—ensuring quality, budget, and timeline goals are met
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal engineering teams and disciplines
• Engage in business development by identifying new opportunities and strengthening client relationships
• Attend client meetings and represent the company in pre-construction and project reviews
• Perform and guide structural design and modeling work using tools like RISA-3D and Bentley AutoPIPE
• Prepare and review calculations, specs, and drawings (AutoCAD and Revit), ensuring integration with client CAD standards
• Manage project administration, including billing, invoicing, and documentation (Deltek VantagePoint experience is a plus)
• Work on a wide variety of structures, including those in the energy, civil, and government sectors—steel, concrete, and wood
• Participate in occasional travel (up to 10% annually) for site/client visits

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering preferred.
• 8+ years of experience
• Professional Engineering license required; SE license and NCEES record preferred.
• A solid foundation in structural engineering design across steel, concrete, and wood materials.
• The ability to guide and grow a small team, while still staying hands-on in the technical side of design and engineering.
• A desire to lead — whether you’re already managing people or ready to take the next step into group leadership.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset that contributes to business development and long-term client relationships.
• Clear, professional communication that builds trust with both clients and your internal team.
• Strong project management and organizational skills to keep timelines, budgets, and quality in check.
• Experience in on-site construction support.