Project Director

Looking for: Licensed Professional Engineer or Architect in California

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations, which may include documenting distress and collecting test samples
• Conduct field testing and gather data using a variety of technologies including digital instrumentation and imaging tools
• Research modern and historic construction documents, governing codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design
• Complete analyses using a combination of analysis applications and hand calculations
• Assist with Building Information Modeling and preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and final client deliverables, including structural and architectural construction drawings, specifications, written reports, and presentations
• Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other engineering disciplines
• Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects and complete assignments while supervising junior staff

Qualifications

• Able to work daily in the Home Office located in a satellite office
• Registered Architect or Licensed Civil/Structural Engineer
• 3-10 years of work experience in building envelope design, civil design, and/or structural design
• Willing to take on the new and unexpected challenges we encounter daily
• Proven technical writing ability and verbal communication skills
• Physical ability to supervise and mentor junior staff performing field investigations
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in or enthusiastic to learn Autodesk Revit

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires visual acuity and listening ability. Individuals must have the dexterity to be able to operate office and field equipment such as computers, printers, copier, telephone, voicemail system, and other office and field equipment. Requirements may also include:

• Ability to attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites
• Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform work in the temperature extremes presented by work in the outdoors
• Ability to read construction drawings, diagrams, printed materials, and computer screens
• Ability to record data clearly and write passages for reports, letters, etc.
• Ability to travel
• Ability to safely work at heights
• Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment
• Ability to understand and appreciate safety training specific to numerous workplace and construction hazards
• Ability to safely work in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations
• Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle (US Drivers License)

Benefits

• Health Insurance (PPO)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Simple IRA with up to 3% match