Structural EngineerHaines Structural Group

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for conducting engineering work requiring good judgement in evaluation, selection, and implementation of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Responsible for designing projects as assigned by Project Manager with minimal daily supervision. Requires continual development of project management skills. Represents Haines Structural Group in project meetings. Communication skills required to manage the flow of information on projects and work efficiently as a consultant. Provides quality control by checking calculations and documents. Meets project deadlines and design budgets under the direction of the President, Director of Operations or Project Manager.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• BSCE/BSAE + (4-10) years of acceptable structural engineering experience in building design after graduation   
• MSCE/MSAE + (3-10) years of acceptable structural engineering experience in building design after graduation.
• GPA in undergraduate and graduate level programs 3.0 or higher.
• Proficient in various structural analysis software.
• Proficient in REVIT structural BIM software
• Demonstrates to President and Project Managers the ability to accurately complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and instills confidence in their communication and technical abilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the state of their home office or a state with the same or more restrictive requirements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Instills confidence in Supervisors and Clients in communication and technical skills.
• Ability to design, detail, coordinate, and model medium size projects within the time allotment and on or under project budgets as established by the Company.
• Followed multiple engineering projects through from start of design to completion of construction.
• Possesses interest and shows self-motivation in learning structural engineering.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates time management skills to plan and execute projects.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to continued personal growth and development in all aspects of their work.
• Participating member of professional and/or technical society.
• Regularly attends training to advance knowledge of consulting engineering practice.
• Registered as an SE in Tennessee with equal or more restrictive requirements after passing the 16-hour exam.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Assist Project Manager in scheduling projects assigned to your team and re-alocating manpower.
• Managing your team to meet project schedules.
• Managing and delegating design elements and design tasks as required for effective project completion.
• Attending project meetings and representing Haines Structural Group during design and construction to clients.
• Serving as the primary Client contact throughout design and construction.
• Managing the construction phase, performing field observations, and assisting the Client and Contractor during construction.
• Monitors and manages project budgets and ensuring completion of projects within budget.
• Performing design tasks efficiently and effectively and working towards the timely completion of the Contract Documents.

PRODUCTION

• Works to develop designs of more complex components or overall design of simple structures.
• Completes design calculations by hand and using various types of computer software for analysis and design.
• Efficiently and effectively applies provisions of IBC, ASCE-7, and material-specific codes to each project.
• Provides quality-control checks of one’s own work.
• Provides quality-control checks of other Structural Engineers, Structural Designers I/II and BIM Technicians.
• Accomplishes reference research.
• Familiarizes self with new construction products.
• Works collaboratively with staff at Haines Structural Group.
• Checks shop drawings and product submittals.
• Provides field observation during construction or delegates site visits as required.
• Designs small to medium size projects or individual systems on large complex projects.
• Coordinates, organizes, and checks complete projects between plans, details, notes, and specifications.
• Writes reports.
• Serves as a mentor and resource for Structural Designer I/II regarding design techniques, software and code questions.
• Follows the QA/QC plan that is established for the project.
• Monitors design budgets and project schedules and communicates with the Client as needed for project success.
• Manages their own work activities and those of the technical and support staff.
• Leads communications with our Client, Design Professionals, Contractors and Subcontractors.
• Develops rapport with Authorities having Jurisdiction.
• Uses Revit on a limited basis only for coordination, communication, and in a detailing role on complex items.

MANAGEMENT

• Structural Designers I and II
• BIM Technicians

SUPERVISION & AUTHORITY

• Has lead responsibilities for Structural Designers I/II and BIM Technicians.
• Responsible for evaluating performance of Structural Designers I/II and BIM Technicians
• Responsible for workflow production and training of Structural Designers I/II and BIM Technicians.