Structural Engineer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Structural Engineer at Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is responsible for performing comprehensive designs for civil and structural engineering assignments, both small and large. This role involves utilizing theoretical knowledge and practical design methods under general supervision, ensuring that projects meet client expectations while adhering to industry standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
• Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.
• Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project.
• Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, and good engineering practice.
• Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.
• Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
• Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
• Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a 'package' for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input.
• Developing construction specifications.
• Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction support.
• Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the department.
• Leading small to medium size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts and keeping the team focused on scope, schedule and budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required.
• Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural engineering.
• Knowledge and application of the International Building Code and associated standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.).
• Expertise with civil/structural analysis software including operating and interpreting results.
• Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in leading small to medium teams to deliver on commitments.
• Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance benefits
• Matching retirement contributions
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Personal paid time off