Structural Vice President
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
About the Company
Thornton Tomasetti is an independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide. We apply engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges, bringing our clients' ideas to life to lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate rewarding careers.
About the Forensics Practice
Our Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment, providing evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.
About the Role
As a Vice President in our Forensics Practice, you will assume a leadership role where your vision, expertise, and strategic insight shape the firm’s most ambitious forensic projects and initiatives. You will be recognized as a thought leader in structural engineering, guiding the technical direction of complex, high-profile projects while influencing firm-wide practices, innovation, and growth. This is a high-impact position for an engineer ready to leave a lasting mark on the industry.
In this capacity, you will serve as a trusted advisor to major clients, mentor and inspire engineering teams, and contribute to business strategy and development across offices. You will act as the primary client partner, driving business development by leading proposals and expanding Thornton Tomasetti’s influence in the market. Additionally, you will shape firm strategy through thought leadership, advising senior leadership on emerging trends and new opportunities.
Hiring Process & Application
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Equal Opportunity & Culture
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Work location
Work model: On-site
1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOwn the technical vision for complex forensic engineering projects
- check_circleServe as the primary client partner and trusted advisor
- check_circleLead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams
- check_circleDrive business development by leading proposals and pursuing new opportunities
- check_circleShape firm strategy through thought leadership and advising senior leadership
- check_circleOversee project financials, schedules, and quality to ensure client alignment
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering
- verifiedMaster's or PhD preferred
- verifiedProfessional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure
- verified15+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering
- verifiedExperience in forensic leadership
Nice to Have
Master's or PhD degree
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefitscheck_circleFlexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcarecheck_circlePaid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Timecheck_circleTuition ReimbursementCommuter Transit (where available)
