Senior Structural Engineering Manager

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Senior Structural Engineering Manager completes and oversees activities within JE Dunn’s Structural Engineering Department, directly supports the Director of Structural Engineering, and assists other structural engineers. The role reviews documents, collaborates with project teams, attends meetings, conducts field observations and inspections, and investigates non-compliant conditions in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. The position makes most decisions independently and consults with a supervisor as needed; the stated career path is Structural Engineering Director. The manager conducts constructability and shop drawing reviews, supports trade partner pre-installation meetings, identifies and recommends solutions to quality issues, communicates project quality status, and conducts quality walks at job sites and manufacturing facilities. The role prepares structural drawings and calculations for Design Phase Services projects, collaborates with project teams and trade partners on structural issues, and develops technical documentation and training for internal teams. Additional responsibilities include reviewing structural analyses by department engineers; managing drawings and specifications to meet codes and client expectations; working with clients to develop structural solutions; contributing to proposals and contract reviews; preparing project work plans, staffing, and fee budgets; and developing engineering resources and tools to improve efficiency and project results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the stated requirements.
At least 10 years of construction- or structural-engineering-related experience.
Cross-functional knowledge of key disciplines, including architectural, structural, and MEP, and relevant trades.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.
Advanced proficiency in RISA or similar structural analysis software.
Intermediate formal presentation skills.
Advanced ability to read, interpret, and evaluate drawings, specifications, building codes, and technical product and material data.
Intermediate knowledge of material and field testing for QA processes.
Advanced knowledge of construction assemblies for a variety of construction systems.
Proficiency in basic construction and quality software tools.
Advanced knowledge of construction trades and scopes of work.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs.
Ability to travel overnight when required.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed constructability reviews and participate in page-turn review meetings.
Review shop drawing submittals and related technical information for accuracy and adherence.
Prepare for and attend trade partner pre-installation meetings and potentially lead discussions for the structural scope.
Identify, document, and recommend solutions to construction quality issues.
Communicate project quality status and issues at project review meetings.
Identify non-compliant conditions and trends that require attention or correction.
Create technical documentation for internal use based on industry standards, such as white papers.
Provide internal training on structural scopes for JE Dunn project teams.
Identify and suggest methods to improve structural efficiency and execution on projects within parameters acceptable to the design team.
Collaborate with project teams to communicate structural issues to the design team; the Structural Engineer of Record retains responsibility for structural design and incorporated changes.
Conduct quality walks at job sites and manufacturing facilities for structural scopes, including precast, structural steel, and cast-in-place work.
Prepare structural drawings and calculations for Design Phase Services projects.
Collaborate with trade partners on structural issues and solutions.
Review structural analyses performed by engineers in the structural engineering department and share and implement edits and suggestions as appropriate.
Execute and manage preparation of drawings and specifications to comply with design codes and client expectations.
Interact with clients to develop structural solutions, including alternates as appropriate.
Participate in proposal preparation and contract reviews as appropriate.
Prepare project work plans, including tasks, staff time, and fee budgets, with a focus on efficiency and project priorities.
Initiate development of structural engineering resources and tools to improve efficiency and project results.
Prepare white papers and provide technical support for structural issues encountered on projects.