Underwater Inspection - Group Manager (48417)

Collins Engineers•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you. Collins is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Structural Engineer-Diver to play a key role as an Underwater Inspection Group Manager on our team in North Charleston, South Carolina . The ideal candidate will have experience in bridge, waterfront, and other transportation inspection and design projects. We are looking for a skilled professional who can bring creative design practice/problem solving skills balanced with a solid background in the field. This position requires the ability to manage projects, manage and coordinate dive teams, and liaise with clients and government agencies. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated, driven professional who is looking for career growth and the opportunity to grow and manage a successful structural inspection and design group. There will be the opportunity to engage in business development activities and professional organizations. Typical Duties and Responsibilities: Performs underwater and topside bridge inspections, and waterfront facility inspections. Assists in the review of inspection and assessment reports. Field work required, which could include nights and weekends. Reviews and interprets plans and design drawings. Documents findings and assists in the review of inspection and assessment reports. Supports the development of recommendations for maintenance or repairs. Collaborates with and directs junior engineers/technicians on inspections. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare project deliverables. Communicates effectively with engineering teams and project stakeholders. Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety. Requires travel (25-50% of time). Participates in training programs to enhance inspection skills. Provides expertise in complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices. Oversees the use of computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents. Publishes engineering papers and/or articles. Successfully develops and maintains meaningful relationships with clients. Supervises select group of employees and support staff. Manages the staff and is responsible for technical training, career development, and performance of all assigned staff. Responsible for identifying, recruiting, and retaining qualified technical personnel. Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receives such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work. Follows established communication processes and systems to ensure effective communication with staff, clients, and corporate office. Other duties may be assigned. Relocation is available Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
Minimum 7 years or more of underwater inspection and progressive engineering experience, including project management.
Maintains competency in and serves as major resource in the field of underwater inspection.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) certification required.
ADCI diver certification required.
Open water experience required.
A valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with structural design preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs underwater and topside bridge inspections, and waterfront facility inspections.
Assists in the review of inspection and assessment reports.
Reviews and interprets plans and design drawings.
Documents findings and assists in the review of inspection and assessment reports.
Supports the development of recommendations for maintenance or repairs.
Collaborates with and directs junior engineers/technicians on inspections.
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare project deliverables.
Communicates effectively with engineering teams and project stakeholders.
Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
Participates in training programs to enhance inspection skills.
Provides expertise in complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
Oversees the use of computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
Publishes engineering papers and/or articles.
Successfully develops and maintains meaningful relationships with clients.
Supervises select group of employees and support staff.
Manages the staff and is responsible for technical training, career development, and performance of all assigned staff.
Responsible for identifying, recruiting, and retaining qualified technical personnel.
Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receives such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work.
Follows established communication processes and systems to ensure effective communication with staff, clients, and corporate office.