Structural Designer (Levels III, IV, V)

RPT Alliance • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Structural Designer at Levels III, IV, or V to provide technical support and develop designs that meet project requirements. The role uses computer-aided design software to create and modify project plans, solve design problems, and apply civil engineering principles and industry best practices. The designer works with engineers, architects, and other professionals to support projects and help achieve project goals.

Responsibilities vary by level. Level III, IV, and V designers prepare CAD drawings and schematics, coordinate with engineers and designers, support equipment selection and analysis, and contribute to facility engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. They also present design deliverables, track and forecast progress, identify scope changes, and prepare, review, and approve foundation, structural steel, building, and earthwork bills of materials and designs. Level IV additionally supports proposals and project scoping, planning, reporting, and scope management, and works with a high degree of independence. Level V performs Level IV responsibilities, monitors project performance and proactively addresses issues, contributes to strategic decisions in the functional area, and works autonomously.

The position is based in Houston, Texas. Bowman describes its workplace as collaborative and supportive, with competitive compensation and benefits. Certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Advanced steel experience required.
• Computer-aided design (CAD) experience required.
• 3D CAD experience required.
• 4–7+ years of experience, depending on the position level.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or associate's degree, or equivalent, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings and schematics based on specifications, layouts, vendor data, and sketches.
• Coordinate and consult with engineers and other designers to complete projects in accordance with specifications and standards.
• Support equipment sizing and selection, alternative analyses, and other deliverables.
• Support engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Present design deliverables to project members, cross-functional teams, senior leadership, external vendors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Plan, forecast, and track deliverable progress to support project reporting and schedule requirements.
• Identify scope changes and estimate their impact on effort and schedule.
• Prepare, review, and approve foundation, structural steel, building, and earthwork bills of materials and designs.
• For Level IV, support proposals by evaluating RFP scope, identifying deliverables, and estimating required effort.
• For Level IV, participate in project scoping, planning, status reporting, and scope management.
• For Level IV, work with a high degree of independence.
• For Level V, monitor progress and performance against the project plan and proactively address issues.
• For Level V, provide input to strategic decisions affecting the functional area of responsibility.
• For Level V, work autonomously.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED