Structural Inspection Team Leader

Stantec Inc. • New York, NY

35d

About The Position

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected. Your Opportunity We are looking for Senior Structural Engineers to support our building condition assessment, building design and rehabilitation projects. Join our dynamic structural group and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.

Requirements

• Licensed or ability to obtain the Professional Engineer license in the States of NY and NJ.
• Proficiency in inspection methods, including non-destructive testing techniques and evaluation of structural integrity.
• Familiar with local and state building codes and standards, and regulations to structural inspections.
• Deep understanding of various structural systems, materials including concrete, steel, masonry and timber, and construction methods.
• Ability to perform close-up inspections from lifts and bucket trucks.
• Attention to detail with focus on accuracy and thoroughness in inspections and reporting.
• Experience with structural analysis software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and MicroStation.
• Thorough understanding of design codes and agency standards such as NYSBC, NYCBC, ASCE, AISC and ACI.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills are essential to meet the expectations of this challenging position.
• Valid state drivers license.
• Ability work independently with minimal supervision and able to work with multidisciplinary environment.
• Bachelor's degree or Equivalent, Graduate Degree highly desired.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the structural engineering with a significant portion focused on inspections and assessments. Experience with design of transportation structures is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with agencies such as MTA, PANYNJ, SCA, NYCEDC and NYCDPR, etc. is desired.
• Certifications from recognized organizations is a plus.
• Experience with design of transportation structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in the condition assessment of transportation, building, schools, and commercial structures.
• Develop technical reports including inspection findings and repair recommendations.
• Prepare presentations and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders when necessary.
• Conduct site visits to verify or obtain field measurements, collect and analyze data from the field work, as-built drawings and available reports to address structural concerns.
• Respond to emergency inspections, providing immediate assessments and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while on site to ensure safety of the project team and that of others.
• Perform field investigations and surveys to measure and document existing conditions and details for rehabilitation projects.
• Oversee design development and project deliverables for new and rehabilitation of existing transportation building infrastructure. Requires interaction with other disciplines within the building trade.
• Oversee construction phase services on behalf of the Designer of Record. Interact with contractors and owners to address conditions in the field.
• Perform and lead various design projects under Design/Build and Design/Bid/Build environment.
• Mentor and monitor work by other structural engineers. Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on deliverables.
• Assist senior professionals in developing the proposals and business development related tasks.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.
• In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees