Principal Structural Engineer - Sacramento, CA

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

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Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Structural Engineer in our Sacramento office to lead work on medium and large projects, and to manage and grow a team of Structural Engineers supporting local and national projects. The Principal Structural Engineer will be able to evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project. Additional responsibilities include: Your Key Responsibilities Model the Way - consistently demonstrates and models the core competencies of a Principal. These competencies are:

• Visionary - Creates a compelling, relevant vision for the future
• Inspirational - Inspires others toward a shared vision. Demonstrates passion and charisma in words and behavior. Leads by example.
• Strategic - able to assess strengths, weaknesses and opportunities and threats not only as they relate to the individual but to the firm. Create strategic alliances and leverages resources to most effectively realize goals.
• Tactical - bottom line orientation with commitment to results. Able to interpret and synthesize hard data.
• Focused - prioritizes and synthesizes initiatives to achieve clear results.
• Persuasive - able to use logic, reason and force of personality to motivate and educate others.
• Likeable - people centric with strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a high degree of emotional intelligence.
• Decisive - Able to make decisions quickly even when supporting data is not available.
• Ethical - direct and straight forward; able to set clear expectations for others and to hold them accountable through candid and timely communication. Is self-accountable.
• Introspective - Open to feedback and dedicated to life-long learning and self-improvement. Seeks continuous improvement for themselves, their team and the firm.
• Ambassador – acts as an internal and external representative of the firm; shares the Stantec story with prospective and existing employees, clients, industry colleagues, and others.
• Role model – leads by example and consistently demonstrates the firm’s culture and values.
• Communicator – proactively shares ideas, knowledge, concerns and recommendations. Fosters two-way communication and effective team-working.
• Mentor – identifies or assesses the learning needs of others and guides them towards growth and development.
• Results-oriented – identifies and acts upon obstacles to the success of individuals, teams, projects, and the Structural Practice.
• Liaison – assesses activity and behavior at all levels of the firm and identifies appropriate resources to facilitate positive outcomes.
• Proactively identifies ways and means to support staff, practice, and firm success.
• Attend and/or participate in events where leadership visibility is desired (i.e., company events/parties, industry events, recruiting programs).
• Periodically acts as QC reviewer on projects.
• Proactively represents firm and pursues opportunities for new business.
• Develops and delivers client presentations.
• Assist with development of design standards.
• Directly manages and mentor’s other engineers; engaging, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Hire top tier talent focused on meeting the strategic objectives of Structures Practice. Mentor existing staff and work with them to create an appropriate career path and to track their growth.
• Participate in the development, dissemination and implementation of a business plan.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, seismic and wind design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards
• Deep understanding and working knowledge the following building systems: steel framing including lateral systems for seismic (braced frames, BRBF, SPSW, etc.), concrete framing including lateral systems for seismic (shear walls and moment frames), wood framing, timber.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
• Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit)
• Experience with general business software (Microsoft Office suite)
• Experience with industry standard Structural Engineering software (CSI, RISA, RAM, etc.)
• Experience with Big Room meetings and HCAI design experience is required.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Education and Experience

• 15+ years of related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Engineering (PE) and Structural Engineering (SE) license is required.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$141,500.00 - $212,200.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Primary Location: United States | CA | Sacramento Organization: 2045 Buildings-US California Engineering-Sacramento CA Employee Status: Regular Business Justification: New Position Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 20/07/2026 04:07:01 Req ID: 1006827

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