Location: New Bern, North Carolina
Industry: Construction / Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Experience Required: 5+ years
License Required: Professional Engineer (PE)

Position Overview: A well-established engineering and construction services organization is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to step into a senior technical and operational leadership role. This position goes beyond pure design work and focuses on engineering oversight, operations, team leadership, and long-term client outcomes. It is structured as a long-term opportunity with a clear path toward executive responsibility and potential future ownership, prioritizing technical integrity and engineered solutions over commission-driven work.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate residential and commercial structural conditions
• Develop, stamp, and approve engineering reports and repair designs
• Serve as primary technical authority for engineering decisions
• Supervise and mentor Engineers-in-Training and field inspectors
• Oversee site evaluations and quality control standards
• Manage multiple active projects and field teams
• Oversee scheduling, billing coordination, and administrative workflows
• Manage purchasing, equipment utilization, and material flow
• Supervise shop operations, vehicles, and maintenance programs
• Provide leadership across engineering, field execution, and office operations

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in structural systems or construction engineering preferred
• General contractor license or construction management experience is a plus
• Strong leadership and decision-making ability
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to perform site inspections and basic field tasks

Benefits: 401(k) retirement plan; health insurance coverage; paid time off; senior leadership role with succession planning; long-term growth opportunity with potential future ownership.