Threshold Engineer / Special Inspector

Nova Engineering and Environmental • Tallahassee, FL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking an experienced Threshold Engineer / Special Inspector in Tallahassee or Panama City Beach, Florida, to support its Florida operations. The role serves as the licensed Special Inspector of Threshold Buildings, providing engineering oversight and structural inspection services in accordance with applicable Florida requirements, approved structural documents, and project-specific Special Inspection Plans.

The engineer oversees Special Inspector Authorized Representatives (SIARs), reviews inspection documentation, conducts periodic site visits, coordinates with Structural Engineers of Record and project stakeholders, and prepares signed and sealed Threshold Inspection documentation. The position also provides technical guidance across structural systems, supports project proposals and coordination, maintains client relationships, and mentors inspection and engineering staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Current and active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing.
• Principal professional practice in structural engineering and/or structural field inspection of threshold buildings, consistent with Florida qualification requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with structural construction and inspection of commercial, institutional, residential, or other large-scale building projects.
• Strong working knowledge of reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, structural masonry, structural steel, shallow and deep foundations, and precast construction.
• Working knowledge of the Florida Building Code and applicable threshold and special inspection requirements.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, RFIs, and inspection plans.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to oversee and provide technical direction to inspection personnel.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Eight or more years of structural engineering, construction inspection, or related engineering experience.
• Current Florida Special Inspector (SI) of Threshold Buildings certification through the Florida Board of Professional Engineers.
• Previous experience serving as the Special Inspector of record for Florida Threshold Building projects.
• Experience supervising or qualifying SIARs.
• Experience with high-rise, multifamily, hospitality, healthcare, institutional, parking structure, and large commercial construction.
• Experience with Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection programs.
• ACI, ICC, PTI, and/or AISC certifications related to concrete, masonry, post-tensioning, or structural steel inspection.
• Existing relationships with Florida contractors, developers, architects, structural engineers, or municipalities.
• Experience preparing proposals, managing engineering projects, and developing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the licensed Special Inspector of Threshold Buildings for assigned projects throughout Florida.
• Review structural drawings, specifications, approved submittals, RFI responses, and Special Inspection Plans before and during construction.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify structural construction aligns with approved construction documents and the Special Inspection Plan.
• Provide technical oversight of SIARs performing field inspections and review their qualifications and experience for assigned work.
• Review field inspection reports and documentation for accuracy, completeness, discrepancies, and compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor identified structural discrepancies through documented resolution.
• Prepare, review, sign, and seal Threshold Inspection reports, affidavits, letters, and final certification documentation.
• Coordinate with Structural Engineers of Record regarding structural conditions, discrepancies, RFIs, and inspection requirements.
• Participate in preconstruction and project coordination meetings as needed.
• Provide technical guidance on reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, foundations, and other structural systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, owners, architects, engineers, building officials, and internal NOVA project teams.
• Assist with proposals, scopes of work, project budgeting, and client coordination for Threshold/Special Inspection services.
• Support business development and maintain relationships with contractors, developers, architects, structural engineers, and other clients.
• Mentor and provide technical direction to field inspectors, engineering staff, and SIARs.
• Maintain current knowledge of the Florida Building Code, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and applicable inspection standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, and vision.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Certification reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Company-observed paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental benefits including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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