Sr. Structural Engineer

Overview:A recognized practitioner and licensed engineer who possesses strong technical abilities and manages implementation documentation. Uses the firm's resources (people, processes, and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude. Teaches and mentors staff and effectively embodies and expresses the firm's values and mission.Responsibilities:Coordinates structural project team efforts to facilitate effective execution of structural engineering design and the delivery of structural implementation documentsLeads early phase effort for determination of most appropriate structural framing system(s)Establishes structural project criteria including building code, fire-rating, gravity/lateral loads and unique requirements of the projectPerforms effectively as a senior team member during design and/or construction phasesPrepares and/or reviews structural specifications for projects at each phase of deliveryMaintains active awareness of the production schedule for responsible project(s)Establishes credibility through project management skillsEffectively manages structural CA effort including engineering site visitation, field report documentation, submittal review, response to project RFI's, and review of structural change order requestsReviews implementation documents at key phases/intervals for accuracy and completeness.Supervises junior project team members, both engineering and drafting staff. Delegates appropriate tasks, answers questions, and holds junior project team members accountable.Reviews staff performance relative to project contributions on a regular basis in a constructive manner to strengthen team(s)Utilizes standard engineering practices and techniques to adjust and correlate data; recognizes and resolves discrepancies in resultsResponsible for communication with other disciplines, clients, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirementsParticipates in and leads team meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issuesConsistently documents project meetings and telephone conversationsMaintains up to date knowledge of products and materials available on the marketTravel will be requiredQualifications:Education and Experience* Accredited professional degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering or related field* Typically 7+ years of experienceLicenses and Certifications* Professional engineering or structural engineering licensure required (structural engineering licensure preferred)* Ability to be licensed in multiple states preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skillsIntermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or workBasic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on roleAdvanced understanding on the use of Revit and BIM in the delivery of implementation documents requiredIntermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite requiredAdvanced knowledge of building codes and material design standards requiredAdvanced knowledge in select structural systems requiredAdvanced technical knowledge through a combination of academic experience, work experience and continuing education requiredBasic knowledge of project management tools (Vision, Portfolio, etc.) preferredIntermediate knowledge of integrated design, engineering building systems and QA/QC process requiredAdvanced organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time requiredAdvanced ability to exercise judgment and discretion, set priorities and manage competing demands requiredAdvanced ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing requiredAdvanced ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions requiredAdvanced ability to work and encourage collaboration in a team environment requiredAdvanced ability to work on multiple projects at the same time requiredAdvance ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality requiredIf you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran