Sr. Structural Project Engineer
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Sr. Structural Project Engineer to join its Buildings and Places Structural Team in Miami. The role follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at the office. The structural team develops efficient, innovative solutions for structural systems, with a focus on comfort, sustainability, resilience, and optimizing building-system performance. GFT supports heavy construction projects requiring specialized problem-solving, equipment design, and complex phasing, as well as traditional design projects involving buildings, transit stations, industrial facilities, tunnels, water and wastewater facilities, and dams. The team uses building information modeling to collaborate through design and construction. The successful candidate will be an experienced structural engineer who works collaboratively, prioritizes clients, and delivers quality results. Projects will include a variety of buildings, transit stations, and airports. The role includes structural design and analysis, preparation and review of construction documents, site observations, technical guidance to entry-level engineers, and finite element modeling. The position is full-time, based in Miami, Florida, with core business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- At least 10 years of experience working as a structural design engineer on buildings and/or transit-related projects.
- Strong skills in steel and concrete design.
- Diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to structural analysis and design.
- Diversified knowledge of building codes, technology, material codes, materials, equipment, design concepts, and construction techniques.
- Organized and self-starting, with the ability to multitask and adjust priorities based on client requests and workload.
- Experience with REVIT.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with RISA, ETABS, SAP2000, RAM Structural System, RAM Concept, STAAD, Mathcad, TEDDS, and/or other structural engineering analysis and design software.
Responsibilities
- Perform and check structural design and analysis computations.
- Prepare construction plans for a wide variety of building and vertical structures.
- Develop contract documents, including plans, details, and specifications.
- Perform structural calculations in accordance with the Building Code and applicable authority-having-jurisdiction amendments.
- Review construction documents, including shop drawings and contractor requests.
- Perform structural observations on site for existing and new structures.
- Prepare summary and detailed reports using clear and succinct writing.
- Provide technical guidance to entry-level engineers.
- Perform finite element modeling.
Benefits
- Hybrid in-person and remote work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Professional development, including access to internal and external training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
