Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural EngineerChicago, ILContribute your expertise, skills, and experience as a Civil Engineer by joining our KDM Engineering team. KDM is a growing, award-winning, minority- and woman-owned professional engineering firm focusing on electric, gas, site civil, and telecommunications engineering designs and support services. KDM offers a competitive salary and benefits package, a people-first work environment, and a hybrid work schedule.We're seeking a Civil Engineer with 7+ years of site civil engineering experience, who is passionate about solving complex engineering problems and creating high-quality designs, reports, and studies that meet the needs of our clients. A PE license and experience in the utility or transportation industry are preferred.Salary: $90k - $115k per yearJob ResponsibilitiesContribute to a project team consisting of professional engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of all facets of civil engineeringWork on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of civil engineering-related issuesCreate civil designs from preliminary to as-built stagesProduce civil engineering plans, surveys, data and information, construction documents, and related reports in a clear and concise manner to meet client specificationsAct as a team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of civil engineering workPrepare, review, and/or approve proposals, contracts, or cost estimatesNegotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clientsPerform and/or oversee designs for underground and overhead powers installationsLead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budgetCoordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirementsInteract with vendors to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendationsResearch available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems for the execution of required project designsDesign stage tickets and information retrieval of utility atlas maps and coordination with survey field staffPerform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparationDirect the work of drafting and designer support staff to complete projectsWork directly with clients, KDM staff, and consultantsConduct site walkdowns and work directly with construction contractorsQualifications & RequirementsBS in Civil Engineering or other accredited Engineering degreeStructural Engineer (SE) license - preferredEIT or PE license with ability for reciprocity in other states preferred7+ years of experienceExperience or knowledge of:SurveyingConstruction and design feasibilityUtilities infrastructureLand development, transportation, and water/drainagePower distributionExperience and proficiency in AutoCad Civil3DUnderstanding of and experience in applying regulatory agency laws, ordinances and regulations for municipality, county, state, and federal agencies permitting submittalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and within a team to efficiently complete tasks and assignmentsTime management and organization skills to manage multiple projects and tasks with ability to meet deadlines and within budgetAdhering to quality standards and company procedures with high focus on accuracy and quality of workTop Reasons to Work for UsChallenging and Meaningful WorkCompetitive Base SalaryComprehensive Benefits PackageCompany Paid HolidaysGreat Work-Life BalanceFun and Flexible Work EnvironmentOrganization with People-First MentalityDynamic Leadership TeamA Culture that Values Your InputFull List of Benefits & PerksPositive team environmentCompetitive salariesFlexible schedulesGrowth opportunitiesTraining and professional developmentHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurancesPaid time-offPaid holidaysVolunteer leaveHSAParental and maternity leaveSupportive managementProfessional development assistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramQuarterly team-building outingsLaidback office culture, flexibility & happy hoursMeditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers' roomEqual Employment OpportunityKDM Engineering strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.KDM Engineering, What's next?kdmengineering.com#J-18808-Ljbffr