Project Structural Engineer (Water/ Wastewater)

Arcadis • Washington, DC

30d

About The Position

Mentor entry-level and junior structural engineering staff. Organizes and conducts structural related engineering investigations, calculations, and planning work which has a well-defined scope. Research feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions and regulatory agency specifications. Will lead the development of calculations, plans, specifications, requests for proposals, and other contract documents. Works directly with a variety of engineering disciplines, office / project staff, client and sub-contractors, throughout the project life cycle, and therefore should have clear and concise, oral and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to coordinate meetings, conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports. Will exercise their own judgment on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. Manages the production of engineering and construction drawings, specifications, bid packages, and cost estimates for projects. Will function as an Engineer of Record, Task Manager or Project Engineer on projects to manage related budgets and schedules, lead deliverables, and leads with the development and management of plans, permit checklists, scopes of work and will facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects.

Requirements

• 10 years of structural engineering experience in Water / Wastewater.
• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis).
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Structural or Civil/Structural
• Experience in preparing, reviewing, and approving project drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
• Experience in structural engineering within the Water/Wastewater sector, preferably at least 15 years of practical involvement in relevant projects.
• Possessing a Professional Engineer (PE) License in either Structural Engineering or Civil/Structural Engineering across a range of states including Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Puerto Rico is a plus.
• Holding a Structural Engineer (SE) License, along with an NCEES Record featuring a mention of MLSE (Multi-Lateral Structural Engineer), is also a plus.
• Ideally, applicants should have successfully completed the NCEES 16-Hour structural exam.
• A strong level of proficiency in MATHCAD is preferred, as this software tool plays a vital role in various structural engineering calculations and analyses.

Responsibilities

• Mentor entry-level and junior structural engineering staff.
• Organizes and conducts structural related engineering investigations, calculations, and planning work which has a well-defined scope.
• Research feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions and regulatory agency specifications.
• Lead the development of calculations, plans, specifications, requests for proposals, and other contract documents.
• Works directly with a variety of engineering disciplines, office / project staff, client and sub-contractors, throughout the project life cycle
• Coordinate meetings, conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports.
• Exercise their own judgment on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Manages the production of engineering and construction drawings, specifications, bid packages, and cost estimates for projects.
• Function as an Engineer of Record, Task Manager or Project Engineer on projects to manage related budgets and schedules, lead deliverables, and leads with the development and management of plans, permit checklists, scopes of work and will facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level