Sr. Lead Structural Engineer - Ogc Job in Burns & Mcdonnell

Senior Lead Structural Engineer

Location: Mumbai

Experience Level: 10 to 15 years

Why Join Burns & McDonnell?

Burns & McDonnell is a top-ranked engineering and construction firm where employee ownership is the foundation of our culture. Our Mumbai office supports major global projects, offering a flexible work environment, leadership opportunities, and advanced technical training. Our team members thrive in a collaborative setting, working on high-impact projects across renewables, refining, petrochemical, midstream, and logistics.

With a proven track record in delivering complex engineering solutions, our department is known for its expertise, technical maturity, and innovation.

Role Summary

As a Senior Lead Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of structural systems while delivering high-quality results within budget and timelines. In this role, you will:

• Act as a technical authority and mentor team members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Drive innovative solutions for complex structural engineering challenges.

You will be working within an accomplished department that consistently achieves world-class results.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a team of engineers and designers on projects.
• Schedule and monitor work plans to align with contract requirements.
• Support the Department Manager in hiring project resources.
• Supervise and coordinate all CSA (Civil, Structural, and Architectural) activities for large-scale projects.

Technical Execution & Engineering Excellence

• Review & coordinate technical documents from other disciplines, customers, and outside agencies.
• Interpret and apply industry codes and standards (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7, PIP).
• Review geotechnical reports and integrate findings into foundation and civil designs.
• Conduct constructability reviews in collaboration with the USA team.
• Participate in technical discussions with clients and suppliers to ensure alignment.
• Develop and track project work schedules.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Project Quality Plans and industry best practices.
• Review fabrication drawings and conduct site visits (fabrication shops, construction sites, and U.S. offices) to enhance collaboration.
• Identify and recommend process improvements for efficient project execution.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Leadership & Communication: Ability to mentor teams and foster collaboration.
• Strong Ethical Standards: Acts in the company s best interest and ensures compliance.
• Self-Starter & Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments with evolving priorities.
• Ownership Culture: Embraces employee ownership, diversity, and inclusivity.
• Results-Driven Mindset: Motivated by our bonus-incentive compensation model, rewarding top performance.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor s in Civil Engineering or Master s in Structural Engineering.
• 10-15 years of structural engineering experience, preferably in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of engineering techniques and industry codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7, PIP).
• Proficiency with structural software tools (e.g., RISA, STAAD).
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to manage large-scale projects.
• Fluent in English (written & spoken), with experience in U.S.-based projects.

Career Growth Plan

At Burns & McDonnell, you have the freedom to choose your growth path whether as a Subject Matter Expert or a Section Manager, depending on your goals.

With our employee-owned structure, you truly have a stake in our collective success. Through diverse project experiences, you can build a rewarding career with both technical depth and long-term leadership opportunities.

We Offer:

• Flexible work schedules
• A holistic benefits package
• A culture that values innovation, teamwork, and individual contributions

Join us and shape the future of structural engineering!