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Senior Structural Engineer - Ports & Maritime (Norfolk)

Burns & Mcdonnell

The Role

Overview

Lead structural design and project execution for ports and maritime infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

  • structural design
  • quality review
  • field inspections
  • cost estimation
  • client reporting
  • leadership

Tasks

-Lead structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers. -Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software. -Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits. -Responsible for QA/QC process adherence. -Review structural vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers. -Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. - Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications. -Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance. -Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies. -Applies expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the structural engineering services industry. -Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the structural engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers. -Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders. -Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials. -Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance. -Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met. -Prepare structural equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations. -Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.

Requirements

  • design codes
  • ms office
  • epc experience
  • master's
  • pe license
  • project leadership

What You Bring

-Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7). Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). -Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. -Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications. - Ability to travel. -Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment. -Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions. -EPC project experience preferred. -Master Degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years structural engineering experience. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment. -EPC project experience preferred. Bachelor Degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, Professional Engineering License (PE). and 7 years structural engineering experience. -Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred

The Company

About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

Sector Specialisms

Aviation

Commercial, Retail & Institutional

Environmental

Government & Military

Manufacturing & Industrial

Mining & Minerals

Oil, Gas & Chemicals

Power

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water

Buildings

Electrical Transmission & Distribution

Electric Power Generation

Industrial, Manufacturing & Optimization

Mining Infrastructure

Federal & Military