Structural Engineering Group Manager

At Primera Engineers, people come first. We’re a nationally recognized, woman-owned firm that believes collaboration, learning, and innovation fuel lasting impact. Our Utilities Division connects bright minds to design safe, sustainable power systems and high-voltage substations that keep communities connected and energized.

If you’re an experienced Utilities Structural Engineering Manager who leads by example — not just a technical expert but also a mentor, motivator, and builder of great teams, Primera is the place where you can thrive and grow.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects.
• Culture of belonging: Be part a nationally ranked, inclusive firm that values people, teamwork, learning, and collaboration.
• Growth that lasts: We invest in and support your goals — professional training, PE licensing, leadership development, and technical programs are all part of the package.
• Comprehensive benefits: Competitive compensation, profit sharing, 401(k) match, ESOP participation, continuing education reimbursement, paid volunteer time, professional development support, and generous paid time off.
• Meaningful impact: Help to modernize substations and deliver clean, reliable power across North America.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Structural Engineering and an active PE license; SE and/or PMP is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in structural engineering, including 4+ years in leadership.
• You have knowledge of codes and standards. (ASCE-7, IBC, ACI, AISC, wood and masonry), and design of structural systems in concrete, steel, and masonry with applications in either utilities or buildings.
• Advanced expertise in structural engineering, developing and reviewing structural calculations, drawings, and specifications; experience in buildings and/or high-voltage substation design a plus.
• You’re proficient with business and engineering applications. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and structural calculation software tools like MathCAD, RISA, Staad.Pro, LPile, MFAD, etc. is a must. Microstation and/or AutoCAD proficiency will help you stand out.
• Deep knowledge of utility industry standards a plus.
• A passion for mentorship, innovation, and collaborative leadership.
• Confident communicator, mentor, and team builder with excellent organizational skills and a passion for helping engineers grow in both technical depth and systems thinking.

• Lead and inspire a talented and multi-disciplinary team delivering structural engineering designs for utilities and EPC partners.
• Provide strategic oversight for project resources, budgets, and client relationships.
• Guide engineers through complex buildings and substation projects.
• Manage resources, performance, and development for a growing national substation group.
• Review and approve design packages, drawings, and specifications for technical excellence.
• Partner with leadership on business development, proposal preparation, and recruiting initiatives.
• Champion a culture of learning, innovation, collaboration and inclusion across the team.

• An excellent benefits package including 401K match and employee stock ownership, gym and transit subsidies, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, continuing education reimbursement and much more
• Flexible work scheduling in a fast-growing company
• A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
• Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
• The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

Starting salary is between $120,000 – $160,000 based on skills and qualifications, with the high end of the range limited to applicants based on relevant years of experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.