Senior Structural Engineer (Construction Engineering Focus)

Responsibilities

This position requires operating in Responsible Charge for the engineering of entire projects of varying degrees of complexity including directing the efforts of other engineers to perform and deliver specific engineering deliverables; review of work performed by other engineers; and sealing reports, calculations, and plans.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Perform structural engineering design of temporary structures used in the construction and demolition of structures. Temporary structures may include shoring, reshoring, falsework, formwork, crane foundations, crane tie-back connections, temporary stability bracing.
• Perform structural engineering design for construction procedures used in the construction and demolition of structures. Construction procedures may include erection plans, demolition plans, jacking sequences, and post-tensioning sequences.
• Perform structural engineering evaluation of existing and proposed permanent structures for temporary loads and conditions. These may include pump trucks, cranes, and other equipment on structures, temporary attachments to permanent works, hoisting from permanent works, and similar conditions.
• Prepare appropriate analysis, calculations, details, plans, and reports as required to fulfill the responsibilities and duties above. Work product may be for internal use or for submittal to clients and will typically be sealed in accordance with the licensing laws and requirements of the state where the project is being executed.
• Perform quality control reviews of the plans, calculations, and other documentation prepared by other engineers employed by Brasfield & Gorrie or by external consultant engineers.
• Support preconstruction teams as needed by identifying and evaluating risks, vetting means and methods, brainstorming schemes, and exploring new technologies.
• Develop staff work plans and provide daily supervision of staff.
• Mentor and train staff.

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field
• 12+ years of engineering & design experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain Professional Engineering Licensure within 6 months of hire
• Expertise in means and methods engineering for the construction, demolition, and modification of bridge, dam, treatment plant, and similar heavy civil structures. Experience with accelerated bridge construction is desired.
• Expertise designing to the requirements of AISC, ACI, AASHTO, and AASHTO Guide Specifications. Experience designing bridges and similar structures is desired.
• Solid engineering judgment and reasoning
• Ability to tactfully advocate professional opinion and elevate unresolved issues as needed to resolve conflicts
• Excellent interpersonal, oral communications, and written communications skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal teams
• Innovative, entrepreneurial, and strategic attitude
• Proficient in MicroStation, Autocad, and/or other drawing software
• Willingness to travel, as it may be required
  
  The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.