Description

Senior Structural Engineer (ASCE Grade V)

Engineer with 8+ years of experience in building technologies with a PE license. Must be familiar with steel, concrete, masonry, and timber construction and building code requirements.

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading projects regarding the development of designs for new construction, forensic engineering investigation and reporting, and for repairs/renovations of existing structures. Strong written and oral communication skills and experience with standard engineering software required. Construction or stormwater management design experience is a plus. The selected candidate will be expected to assess existing conditions, establish project budgets, write detailed technical proposals and reports, and lead design efforts for all types of structural projects for which the company is engaged. The position will report to the Principal in charge of the Structural Department.

General Characteristics

• Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Uses advanced techniques in the modification or extension of theories and practices of sciences and disciplines to complete assignments.
• Works on a major project or several projects of moderate scope with complex features.

Technical Responsibilities

• Reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products.
• Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.

Program, Project and Task Management

• Reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products.
• Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Supervises all staff necessary to complete assignments.
• Reviews and approves scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Prepares proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs.

Direction Received

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.

Communication Skills

• Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad-aspects of engineering assignments.