Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

We are seeking an energetic Structural Engineer with a Professional Engineering license and a strong experience in repair, alternation and restorations of buildings in the West Palm Beach, Florida area. The Structural Engineer is responsible for inspections, existing structural evaluations, preparation of restoration/repair design documents, construction administration services. Estimated salary range for this position is $125,000 to 175,000.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently.
• Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observes/ tracks work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinates the recording of accurate field measurements and performs calculations throughout the duration of the project.
• Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Understand and review investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
• Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to their direct supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data ensuring that they are appropriately filed within the company's systems for easy accessibility and future reference.
• Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicate the feedback to their direct supervisor.
• Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
• Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization's presence in the industry.
• Performs other duties as related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team.

Special Requirements Technical:

• Provide technical guidance and expertise to the team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes and standards.
• Performs and coordinate design, calculations and drawings.
• Performs peer review of other technical data prepared by internal Engineers/Architects as well as third party entities.
• Perform and coordinate forensic inspections, applying technical expertise to assess project conditions and identify potential issues or deficiencies.
• Able to serve as an expert witness and depositions, mediations, or litigation.
• Conducts a wide range of testing, including but not limited to material testing, structural analysis and performance evaluations. Supervises testing activities and ensures accurate data collection for accurate interpretation of results.
• Generate comprehensive field reports detailing observations, measurements, and findings from site visits and inspections.
• Generate expert reports that provide in-depth analysis, conclusions, and recommendations based on project requirements and findings.
• Oversee and assist in the development and review of technical specifications, drawings and construction documents.

Client Relations:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clients, contractors and consultants to coordinate project activities and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with legal teams and represent the firm in mediations, providing expert opinions and strategic guidance.
• Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders to understand project objectives, present design proposals, and provide technical recommendations.
• Foster strong client relationships, ensuring effective communication and understanding of project requirements and objectives.

Internal Team:

• Works closely with the team to understand the scope of work, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline to ensure project success.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering their professional growth and development.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Civil/ Structural Engineering or Architecture.

Work Experience:

• Five plus years of experience in the architectural and engineering consulting industry.

Licenses and

Certifications:

• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• OSHA-10 Certification
• Valid United States Driver's License required, as this position requires travel to and from client sites.

Skills:

• Proficient written and verbal…