A bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required; a master's degree is preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Structural Engineer (S.E.) licensure is required.
At least 10 years of experience in structural engineering is required.
Expertise in structural steel, wood, masonry, light-gauge metal framing, and/or reinforced concrete building design is required.
Responsibilities
Oversee and coordinate structural engineering projects through all phases of design and construction, including designing and analyzing building structures, communicating structural designs, and managing construction administration.
Lead and manage structural projects to ensure timely completion, budget compliance, and technical standards.
Assist in producing structural drawings using drafting and modeling software, collaborating directly with drafters and designers.
Develop solutions, translate concepts into designs, incorporate feedback, and maintain attention to detail and quality throughout project phases.
Prepare detailed project specifications.
Manage project financials, including monthly percent-complete reports, financial projections, and pre-billing for invoicing.
Participate in preparing and reviewing construction documents, including drawings, submittals, geotechnical reports, and proposals, to ensure accuracy and compliance with design requirements.
Attend design coordination meetings with team members and client representatives.
Coordinate and assist with site visits, field measurements, data collection, and construction site inspections; prepare field reports and follow up on observations.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including drafters, designers, engineers, consultants, architects, contractors, and clients.
Support growth of the firm's structural engineering presence in Asheville and surrounding areas by identifying and pursuing business opportunities, developing and maintaining client relationships, participating in client meetings, networking opportunities, and industry events, and collaborating with Marketing and Business Development on strategies and responses to requests for qualifications, interviews, resumes, proposals, and presentations.
Represent the firm in the local market and strengthen relationships leading to new and repeat project opportunities.
Assist with training, mentoring, and developing junior team members and contribute to peer reviews.
Participate in industry organizations to enhance the firm's technical reputation and visibility.
Desired Qualifications
Proficiency with RISA, RAM, Bluebeam, Revit, and AutoCAD is a plus.
Description
In this role, you will oversee and coordinate structural engineering projects through all phases of design and construction. This involves performing technical tasks such as designing and analyzing building structures, creating and communicating structural designs, and managing construction administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management: Lead and manage structural projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet high technical standards. Strive to continuously improve technical expertise and project management skills.
Design & Drafting: Assist in the production of structural drawings using drafting/modeling software and through direct collaboration with drafters and designers.
Creative Problem Solving: Develop innovative solutions, translate concepts into designs, and incorporate feedback effectively. Demonstrate attention to detail and maintain high-quality standards throughout all project phases.
Financial Oversight: Manage project financials, including preparing monthly percent-complete reports, financial projections, and pre-billing for invoicing.
Document Review: Participate in the preparation and review of construction documents (e.g., drawings, submittals, geotechnical reports, and proposals) to ensure accuracy and compliance with design requirements.
Coordination: Attend design coordination meetings with team members and client representatives to ensure clear communication and alignment.
Field Work: Coordinate and assist with site visits, field measurements, data collection, and construction site inspections. Prepare field reports and follow up on observations.
Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (drafters, designers, engineers) and external stakeholders (consultants, architects, contractors, clients) to ensure successful project outcomes.
Business Development: Actively support the growth of SKA's structural engineering presence in Asheville and the surrounding areas by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients, and participating in client meetings, networking opportunities, and industry events. Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development on business development strategies and responses to RFQs, including participation in interviews, resume preparation, proposals, and presentations. Represent SKA in the local market and help strengthen relationships that lead to new and repeat project opportunities.
Team Leadership: Assist in the training, mentoring, and development of junior team members and contribute to peer reviews.
Professional Engagement: Actively participate in industry organizations to enhance the firm’s technical reputation and visibility.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Structural Engineer (S.E.).
10 plus years of experience in structural engineering.
Proficiency with software such as RISA, RAM, Bluebeam, Revit, and AutoCAD is a plus.
Expertise in structural steel, wood, masonry, light-gauge metal framing, and/or reinforced concrete building design.
Benefits/ Perks
401k Matching
Healthcare Benefits (Medical, dental, and vision)
Generous PTO and Holiday Time
Educational and Teambuilding Events
Hybrid Work Environment
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Professional Association Membership and Continuing Education