Senior Structural Project Engineer

Senior Structural Project Engineer –
Core States Group

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Core States Group designs, builds, and manages programs and projects across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Established in 1999, the company offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world’s most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design.

With 23 offices across the United States and Canada, Core States Group is an industry powerhouse that drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

As a Senior Structural Project Engineer, supporting our Architecture and Engineering business unit, you will be responsible for designing and managing structural engineering projects from conception to completion. Projects will be located throughout the U.S. and will include steel, concrete, pre‑stressed concrete, timber, and masonry. As part of a multi‑disciplined firm, you will coordinate with Site/Civil Engineers, MEP Engineers, Architects, and Construction Project Managers.

You will produce structural engineering construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements, and site adjustments.

You demonstrate strong communication and enjoy fostering strong relationships. You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes which offer better ideas, thus supporting innovation. You align with business objectives. You want to be part of a strong culture that is built upon respect and teamwork. You are professional, accountable, and commit to learning. You align with our Core Values of Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

• Conduct site visit investigations and generate reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Produce design plans, calculations, and reports with limited direction.
• Coordinate with sub‑consultants.
• Provide client interaction support.
• Establish and maintain phase and task level budgets.
• Schedule project phases and tasks.
• Schedule production staff and lead them through tasks.
• Coordinate and assist with addendums, RFIs, and change orders.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi‑disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Organize and maintain project files.
• Maintain documentation for billable hours.
• Demonstrate an understanding of liability issues related to design.
• Demonstrate an understanding of constructability and complex design.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• P.E. required.
• 8+ years of experience with general building structural production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail or restaurants.
• Software:
  AutoCAD and MS Office required.
• Revit, MathCAD, Enercalc & Risa 3D a plus.

You will work with a team of Designers and Engineers to support our retail clients.

This role is a hybrid position based out of our Naperville, IL office. We are also open to remote employees in Illinois.

• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs.
• RETIREMENT – We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO time to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half‑day Fridays during summer months + much more!
• WORK‑LIFE BALANCE – A flexible work environment that supports a healthy work‑life balance, whether…