Structural Engineer

Description

Structural Engineer

Role

Description:

Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for a Structural Engineer at our Fort Worth office. The successful candidate will be a registered Professional Engineer with experience designing structural elements such as framing and foundation systems for buildings, retaining walls, minor bridges and culverts, and other misc. support structures for transportation-oriented projects. The candidate will work in a team environment on federal, institutional, commercial, transportation, transit, and public works projects primarily in Texas with opportunities to work on projects for other offices.

Location:

Fort Worth, Texas

Employment Type:

40 FT Hours

Compensation Type:
Salary

Registration(s): PE License or SE

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and Master's Degree focused on Structural Engineering

Duties:

* Design engineering of vertical structures for commercial & institutional projects, transportation and transit systems, federal and public works projects

* Perform structural analysis and prepare design calculations

* Develop structural details and construction plans using Revit

* Provides input and technical guidance to BIM and CADD Designer/Drafters and other project staff

* Work closely with Engineers and other disciplines to assure coordinated design systems

* Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration process

Key Responsibilities:

* Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.

* Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market.

* Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service.

* Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.

* Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.

* Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team.

* Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm.

* Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects.

* Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met.

Role

Competencies:

* Sharing Information:
Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.

* Critical Thinking:
Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.

* Executes Strategy:
Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.

* Fosters a Learning Culture:
Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.

* Identifies Talent:
Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

* Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

* Licensed Professional Engineer required, Structural Engineer License a plus

* 8+ years' experience in Structural Engineering including Construction Administration

* 5+ years' experience in designing projects in the state health care market, higher education market, federal or public works or seismic upgrade of existing buildings

* Understanding of International Building…