Structural Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Structural Engineer looking for a unique challenge. This role will not require design work but will revolve around the review of existing designs for renovations and new builds. Under general supervision of a Senior Structural Engineer, the Structural Engineer evaluates and reviews designs, drawings, and specifications for new buildings/structures and for renovation projects. Serves a point of contact for construction projects for applicable state building codes, local and federal laws. This position also performs duties as follows.

Duties Include:

• Review schematic designs, design development, construction documents for new buildings, other structures, and renovations for general design quality control to identify errors, omissions, inconsistencies, conflicts, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Conduct drawing and specification review to ensure construction documents are compliant with applicable building codes, as well as local, state, and federal laws.
• Prepares written comments describing ambiguities; can also provide redlines to describe inconsistencies and errors in construction documents, drawings, and specifications. Makes recommendations for additions, deletions, and substitutions when modifications are necessary.
• Conduct or participate in project related meetings concerning desig and construction documents with Architects, Engineers, and other project shareholders.
• Under supervision, conduct on-site reviews of structural components and report findings. Conduct follow-up with Design Professional of Record to resolve any issues discovered to protect the interests of State and ensure compliance with applicable codes and laws.
• Review plans and specifications and report any recommendations or inconsistencies with generally accepted engineering and design principles.
• Conduct training seminars and provide technical and professional expertise to staff and other personnel.
• Independently reviews complex projects in an expeditious manner.
• Coordinate review workflow between the various disciplines within the department, i.e. Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Protection, required to provide a complete review of project documentation.
• Performs forensic analysis and Building Assessments and provide written reports and recommendations when requested.
• Participate in industry-related training and/or conferences to maintain required credentials, increase knowledge, skills, abilities.
• Facilitate a teamwork environment by mentoring; participating in and/or conducting training on industry-related topics; to share knowledge and ensure open lines of communication throughout the organization.
• Stay abreast of current developments and products within the industry.
• Must work assigned days and hours.

Required:

• Bachelor of science in civil engineering with a structural focus.
• 4 plus years in structural design, construction document preparation and review for commercial, municipal, or similar buildings

Preferred:

• Plan review experience for local municipality or state governments.
• Masters degree in structural engineering

6 Month Temp to Hire
Must be able to work in Atlanta office (downtown)
Please submit resume to: wendyc@selectek.net
Wendy 678-802-6616