Structural Engineer

The Falcon Group • West Palm Beach, FL

3d • $125,000 - $175,000

About The Position

We are seeking an energetic, Structural Engineer with a Professional Engineering license and a strong experience in repair, alternation and restorations of buildings in the West Palm Beach, Florida area. The Structural Engineer is responsible for inspections, existing structural evaluations, preparation of restoration/repair design documents, construction administration services.

Estimated salary range for this position is $125,000 to 175,000. The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. The salary offered will vary based on experience, education, skills, abilities, and certifications/license if applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Civil/ Structural Engineering or Architecture.
• Five plus years of experience in the architectural and engineering consulting industry.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Maintain compliance with licensing requirements and applicable regulations.
• OSHA-10 Certification
• Valid United States Driver’s License required, as this position requires travel to and from client sites.
• Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation and deliverables.
• Strong project management and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
• Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to attend client meetings and events, as needed.
• Flexibility to work overtime, as needed.
• Familiarity with drafting software for positions that utilize the software (AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Revit) for positions that utilize the software.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and productive work environment, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members from various disciplines.
• Ability to work in the field and to travel outside local areas as workload and projects when needed.
• Efficient time management skills while adhering to project budgets.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with structural condition assessments, particularly for parking structures and sidewalk vaults, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently.
• Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observes/ tracks work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinates the recording of accurate field measurements and performs calculations throughout the duration of the project.
• Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Understand and review investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
• Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to their direct supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data ensuring that they are appropriately filed within the company’s systems for easy accessibility and future reference.
• Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicate the feedback to their direct supervisor.
• Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
• Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization’s presence in the industry.
• Performs other duties as related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to the team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, codes and standards.
• Performs and coordinate design, calculations and drawings.
• Performs peer review of other technical data prepared by internal Engineers/Architects as well as third party entities.
• Perform and coordinate forensic inspections, applying technical expertise to assess project conditions and identify potential issues or deficiencies.
• Able to serve as an expert witness and depositions, mediations, or litigation.
• Conducts a wide range of testing, including but not limited to material testing, structural analysis and performance evaluations. Supervises testing activities and ensures accurate data collection for accurate interpretation of results.
• Generate comprehensive field reports detailing observations, measurements, and findings from site visits and inspections.
• Generate expert reports that provide in-depth analysis, conclusions, and recommendations based on project requirements and findings.
• Oversee and assist in the development and review of technical specifications, drawings and construction documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clients, contractors and consultants to coordinate project activities and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with legal teams and represent the firm in mediations, providing expert opinions and strategic guidance.
• Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders to understand project objectives, present design proposals, and provide technical recommendations.
• Foster strong client relationships, ensuring effective communication and understanding of project requirements and objectives.
• Works closely with the team to understand the scope of work, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline to ensure project success.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering their professional growth and development.

Benefits

• We offer competitive salaries, professional work environments and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Benefits include Group Medical, Dental and Vision, 401k with employer match, Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick time, Cell Phone Reimbursement and Continuing Education

What This Job Offers

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