Engineering Supervisor

Who We Are:

For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 9 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 10 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base. 

What You Will Do: 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Supervisor to join our growing team in our Loudoun, VA office. The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the full project cycle—from initial conceptual design and development through to the completion of construction. In this leadership role, you will manage client relationships, act as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record as needed, and regularly attend project meetings and industry events to grow client partnerships and identify future work.

You will also supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, supporting their professional development and ensuring alignment with project and business goals. This includes managing team performance, facilitating weekly meetings, and guiding resource planning and workload allocation across offices using tools such as, Microsoft Teams, and Excel. The Engineering Supervisor will also collaborate with Department and Regional Managers on staffing, business planning, recruiting, and revenue goals.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about engineering and ready to take on a visible leadership role in a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop client relationships and lead meetings with architects, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project success
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, overseeing performance, workload, and professional development
• Problem solve challenging technical design issues during design and construction. Review drawings to confirm that office quality control standards are being upheld. Provide assistance in the response to complex field construction questions and RFI responses. 
• Facilitate regular team meetings to manage resources, share project updates, and promote collaboration across offices
• Manage client relationships and lead coordination with architects, contractors, and internal teams
• Act as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record (EOR) on select projects
• Oversee construction document preparation, and technical deliverables to ensure quality, submission deadlines are meet and the accuracy and completeness of the work. 
• Support business development efforts, including client retention, and proposal writing. 
• Partner with Department and Regional Managers on recruiting, onboarding, and performance management
• Track project revenue, complete monthly recognition, and provide updates on key financial metrics
• Contribute to office business planning, staffing strategy, and team engagement initiatives

What We Are Looking For:

Qualifications:

• PE or SE License
• BS w/ PE, MS w/ PE and / or SE
• 10 to 20 years experience in commercial or institutional building design
• Active Professional Engineer license, possibly in multiple states
• Seismic experience is desirable. 
• Prior experience with Revit is needed
• Experience with industry standard software, including but not limited to Microsoft products, Bentley (RAM) products, RISA, EnerCalc, Adapt

Skills and Competencies: 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines, and bring each to completion.
• Ability to identify applicable codes in project-specific jurisdictions and apply to the project.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required
• Be self motivated and able to work within a team structure and also work independently.
• Be willing to take ownership of all work performed.

What We Offer:

At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.

As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.

We have an employee-focused benefits package that includes:

• Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee
• Health savings and flex spending accounts 
• Group short-term & long-term disability; and life insurance
• Paid parental leave 
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 401(k) matching
• Monthly wellness allowance
• Paid time off & paid holidays – we should say how many, everyone has this
• Flexible work schedules with limited work from home opportunites, 
• Annual Company/Regional retreats

If you are interested in a place where you can thrive and make a career at Bennett & Pless, come join our unique culture! 

Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.