Engineering Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are :

Bennett & Pless is a growing Structural Engineering Consulting firm with a 61-year track record of being one of the leading firms in the Southeast in the niche markets we practice. We have been nominated 8 consecutive years in a row as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Sarasota, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, Orlando, Loudoun County, VA and Raleigh. Our projects range in scope from site inspections to the design of anew large scale facilitities., We work at each stage of the project including feasibility studies, concept design, detailed construction document design, and construction administration. Together, our 9 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base and career opportunities for our staff members.

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 :

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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 :

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.