Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

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 Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, AISC Steel Construction Manual, AISC Seismic Design Manual and other material design codes.
• Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars:

• Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
• Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play.…