Overview:
Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A licensed engineer who works on a variety of projects on structural design, preparation of implementation documentation, coordination with clients and construction administration. Collaborates with the project team to organize and plan projects.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with project team to effectively execute structural engineering design and delivery of structural implementation documents • May coordinate early phase effort for determination of most appropriate structural framing system(s) and project criteria including building code, fire-rating, gravity/lateral loads and other unique requirements of the project • Performs effectively as a team member during design and/or construction phases • May prepare and/or review structural specifications for projects at each phase of delivery • Maintains active awareness of the production schedule for responsible task(s) • Coordinates structural CA effort including engineering site visitation, field report documentation, submittal review, response to project RFI's, and review of structural change order requests • Revises implementation documents from markups and/or instructions and reviews completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy/completeness • Reviews work of EIT staff • Directs the work of structural drafting staff for implementation documentation • Utilizes standard engineering practices and techniques to adjust and correlate data; recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results • May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements • Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues • Consistently documents project meetings and telephone conversations • Maintains knowledge of products and materials available on the market • Travel may be required
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Accredited professional degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering or related field Typically 5+ years of experience
Licenses and Certifications:
Professional engineering or structural engineering licensure required (structural engineering licensure preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Advanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skills Intermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work Basic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on role
Software and Tools:
• Intermediate knowledge of software such as Revit and BIM required • Intermediate knowledge of structural analytical software required • Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite required • Intermediate knowledge of building codes, material design standards, select structural standards, constructability, etc. required • Basic knowledge of project management tools (Vision, Portfolio, etc.) preferred • Intermediate knowledge of integrated design, engineering building systems and QA/QC process required
Communication and Collaboration:
• Intermediate ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required • Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required • Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required • Intermediate ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required • Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
Employment Information:
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
Company Information:
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran