American Society of Civil Engineers
Posted 1d ago

Manager, Technical Programs – Structural Engineering Institute (SEI)

American Society of Civil Engineers
Reston, Virginia, United States
$75k-$85k/yrHybridFull Time
Responsibilities
  • managing committees
  • coordinating programs
  • planning webinars
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3–5 years in project coordination
  • Committee support
  • Volunteer engagement
  • Association management
  • Higher education
  • Nonprofits, or related fields
  • Strong project management and communication skills
Technical tools mentioned
Microsoft 365Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Teams

Job description

Are you passionate about advancing the structural engineering profession and collaborating with industry leaders to deliver impactful programs, resources, and professional development opportunities? The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is seeking an organized, motivated, and collaborative Manager, Technical Programs to support the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) and help drive initiatives that benefit members and the broader engineering community.

What You'll Do

As Manager, Technical Programs, you'll play a key role in supporting SEI's technical committees, volunteer leaders, and professional development initiatives. You'll:

  • Manage and support assigned committees, task groups, and volunteer leaders
  • Coordinate and execute committee-driven programs, projects, and technical initiatives
  • Lead the planning and delivery of webinars, workshops, short courses, and other educational programs
  • Support the development of technical reports, publications, guidance documents, presentations, and professional resources
  • Track project timelines, deliverables, and committee activities to ensure successful outcomes
  • Collaborate across ASCE departments to support member engagement and technical programming
  • Manage volunteer communications, onboarding efforts, and committee logistics
  • Contribute to special projects that advance the structural engineering profession and member value

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent professional experience
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in project coordination, committee support, volunteer engagement, association management, higher education, nonprofit organizations, or related fields
  • Strong organizational, project management, and customer service skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working with volunteers, committees, professional societies, or member-service organizations preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams
  • Interest in technical programs, professional development, association management, and the engineering profession

Location: Hybrid (Reston, VA)

This position has hybrid work from home flexibility in the Northern VA/DC Metro area and requires support for in-person meetings, events, and activities at ASCE Headquarters.

Why ASCE?

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is a global nonprofit professional membership association dedicated to the advancement of the civil engineering profession in order to serve the public good. To accomplish ASCE's mission, ASCE staff works together as a team, based on a foundation of trust, striving for individual and organizational excellence. To achieve our shared goals, we maintain a relentless focus on members and a commitment to continuously grow and improve individually and collectively.

At ASCE, you'll join a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing the civil engineering profession and improving quality of life through infrastructure innovation and leadership. You'll work alongside passionate professionals and volunteer experts while gaining valuable experience in technical program management, professional development, volunteer engagement, and association leadership. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and advancement of the structural engineering community.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. All qualified candidates including historically excluded individuals, protected veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For consideration, submissions of interest must contain a resume and cover letter.

We offer a competitive salary with anticipated range from $75-85K per year with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, and pet insurance, 12 paid holidays, 18 days PTO, corporate ASAE membership, and tuition reimbursement.

About American Society of Civil Engineers

Professional association representing the global civil engineering community.