Project Engineer - Structural Engineering

Overview

Lead structural engineering projects, overseeing design, documentation, and construction

Key Responsibilities

• structural analysis
• bim management
• construction docs
• qa/qc
• team leadership
• design coordination

Tasks

-Assists in developing structural engineering concepts incorporating planning, architecture, engineering, and other required systems. Promotes structural innovation. -Leads efforts for archiving projects, following SOM protocols. -Assists team in selection and assessment of construction systems and determines the structural engineering requirements for the project. -Manages a collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the performance goals of the project. -Develops, coordinates, and reviews the technical specifications for the project in collaboration with the Project’s Specification Writer. -Performs and/or directs the structural engineering research and analysis required for the project. -Creates and drives new ways of working through contributing to the development of services, standards, procedures based in an understanding of the business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk. -Develops thorough understanding of and provides major input in developing the design philosophy and strategy of the project, and can effectively convey this to assigned team members when appropriate. -Directly supervises, trains, and mentors team members. -Preparation of construction documents and administration of the project through construction. -Leads the production resources and schedules of documentation for agreed upon deliverables. -Implements project delivery approach to communicate design intent and scope throughout all project phases to meet Project Team requirements. -Participates in firm-wide structural engineering committees and contributes to the advancement of activities led by these groups. -When applicable, organizes and leads the structural engineering team’s construction phase services scope with limited oversight from an Associate Principal, Senior Associate Principal or Principal including, but not limited to the following: ○ Establishes with the Project Team the Construction Phase Services procedures for the project based on Contract requirements and monitors compliance of agreed upon protocols. ○ Supervises the review of shop drawings and other submittals for general conformance with design intent. ○ Attends construction meetings and performs site visits as per the project contract. ○ Supervises and coordinates responses to contractor questions, inquiries, RFI’s, etc. ○ Supervises and/or prepares field observation reports. ○ Makes appropriate value judgements with respect to field corrective work that supports the design concept and performance goals of the project. -Proactively checks and coordinates project documents (including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination, calculations, analysis models) for compliance with the project’s technical requirements. -Actively leads a project team. -Supports project document control tasks and maintains quality control of such tasks in accordance with the overall and Structural Engineering QA/QC program and records management protocols. Leads Project efforts in implementing the Structural Engineering QA/QC program. -Works with Structural Senior Project Engineers in solution of complex problems in connection with the structural engineering design of projects. -Engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews. -Coordinates the work of structural staff engineers. -Manages the implementation of the computer management program for the project utilizing the Project BIM Execution Plan. Promote digital innovation.

Requirements

• 8+ years
• masters
• leed
• microsoft office
• adobe suite
• leadership

What You Bring

-Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. -Masters degree in Structural Engineering. -Familiarity with structural engineering analysis and design software. -Strong verbal and written communication skills. -Demonstrated general knowledge of materials, detailing and construction techniques, structural engineering principles, codes and standards. -Licensed in state of practice; LEED accreditation preferred. -Demonstrated ability to successfully lead project teams and manage project schedule, budget and program. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Project, Adobe Suite. -Demonstrates leadership in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge. -General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems.

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About Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (Som)

-has been at the forefront of architecture, urban planning, and engineering. -known for cutting-edge designs, innovative use of materials, and sustainable building techniques. -designed some of the world’s tallest and most iconic buildings, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. -projects span across a range of sectors, including commercial, residential, and institutional buildings, as well as urban infrastructure. -a pioneer in integrated design, combining architecture, engineering, and urban planning to create transformative spaces. -global reach extends to major cities across the world, with offices in Chicago, New York, London, Hong Kong, and more. -notable projects include the Willis Tower in Chicago, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, and the 7 World Trade Center in New York. -continues to push the boundaries of design, balancing aesthetic beauty with functionality and environmental responsibility.

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