Structural Engineer II

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Structural Engineer II to join our team in Chicago, IL. There is a preference for this individual to be fully on-site 5 days a week, however we will consider a hybrid basis for the ideal candidate.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Execute complex technical structural engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects.

Leadership and Direction

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria. Work is completed using advanced engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.
• May serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide direction, guidance, mentorship, and delegation of assignments.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with structural engineering and planning work.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary

Do the Work

• Work side by side with the project team on given specialty structural projects.
• Prepare engineering plans and reports in accordance with project requirements, design criteria and specifications.
• Prepare sketches and exhibits for inclusion in various types of structural reports and memos.
• Participate in construction‑related assignments.
• Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.
• Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects.
• Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations occur.
• Direct tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.
• Prepare internal and external technical presentations.
• Provide technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.
• Assist with client and outside agency communication and attend project/public meetings.
• Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.
• Follow established firm’s goals, SOPs and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.
• Assist and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare and serve in a lead role for work on various analyses and design aspects of preliminary and design engineering projects which may include feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, bridge inspections, bridge and wall type studies, bridge and structure condition reports, and preparation of Type, Size and Location Plans (TS&Ls).

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate…

• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive projects/tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, writing, and graphic skills, including public speaking, written reports, presentation materials and technical writing.
• Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for structural projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as…