Senior Structural Engineer/Concrete Repair Focus

KLEIN & HOFFMAN INC•Chicago, IL

6d•$105,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Klein & Hoffman is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer (Create Repair Focus) once with strong technical, project management, and business skills. Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in structural engineering related to renovation/expansion/rehabilitation of existing concrete structures including parking garages, sidewalk vaults, plazas, and other existing building structures. Qualified candidates will possess proven skills and demonstrate experience in the following:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in structural/civil/architectural engineering
Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural engineering related to evaluating and rehabilitating existing structures, primarily concrete
Hold a professional license or have the capacity to acquire a license in the state of Illinois
Technically proficient in structural analysis and design of a broad range of construction materials and methods, particularly concrete
Strong technical communication skills, both verbal and written
Adept in working with and interpreting structural analytical and design software
Proficient ability in AutoCAD or Revit
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
Able to ride suspended scaffolding and work from heights

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree is preferred
Experience working with parking garages and concrete repair experience

Responsibilities

Strong restoration experience and in-depth knowledge of rehabilitation and the construction industry
Experienced with historical construction materials and systems
Proficient in reviewing and interpreting contemporary and historical structural drawings
Competent in conducting visual/hands-on assessments and developing condition assessment reports including observations, conclusions, recommendations, prioritization of repair alternatives, and engineer’s opinion of probable costs
Knowledgeable with various destructive and non-destructive testing methods for concrete, steel, and timber
Competent in preparing design drawings and specifications, performing bidding services, and conducting construction phase services including site visits, field reports, project meetings, submittal review, pay app review, and verifying contractor compliance with design intent
Competent at performing project management duties, including client coordination, team coordination, and project control (schedule, budget, design, quality, and profitability)
Competent at structural analysis by hand calculation and/or computer modeling to verify the capacity of existing structure or design strengthening
structural analysis and rehabilitation design of concrete, steel, timber, masonry, and other structural systems
Knowledgeable in code research and implementation
Can effectively communicate both in writing and verbally with decision-makers at all levels in an organization and with a diverse range of clients including condo owners/managers/boards, commercial property owners, and owner representatives
Participates in professional organizations and networking events
Experienced in providing mentoring and training to junior staff