Civil Structural Engineer

Recruiting Specialist at Hargrove Engineers + Constructors

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long‑term support relationships in energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process‑heavy industry across on‑site support arrangements, plant‑level small projects and consulting roles, and larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the right people, in the right place, at the right time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long‑term benefits for our clients. Work‑life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

Job Summary: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete designs of small and large civil/structural engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This work will be performed under general supervision.

• Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
• Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take‑offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.
• Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project.
• Calculations prepared neatly for efficient checking by others and for use by drafters/designers.
• Producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and client expectations.
• Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and good engineering practice.
• Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.
• Responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings.
• Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure smooth flow of vital information for scheduled project completion.
• Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes when identified.
• Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a "package" for civil/structural purchase inquiries and subcontract pricing.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input.
• Developing construction specifications.
• Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Performing fieldwork to gather field data, check tie‑ins and provide construction support.
• Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel.
• Leading small to large size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts, keeping focus on scope, schedule and budget.
• Identifying and developing work sharing packages for interoffice execution support.
• Providing leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.
• Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing progress and quality of civil/structural work.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required. Structural coursework is required for structural engineering positions.

Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.

Experience: 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and…