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Burns & McDonnell · 1 day ago

Senior Structural Engineer - Ports & Maritime (Norfolk)

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer specializing in Ports and Maritime projects. The role involves leading project teams through the design and construction process, managing client relationships, and ensuring effective project execution while adhering to safety and quality standards.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

Prepare structural equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations

Review structural vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers

Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders

Applies expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the structural engineering services industry

Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions

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

Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials

Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. - Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications

Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met

Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits

Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance

Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance

Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the structural engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers

Responsible for QA/QC process adherence

Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines

Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

Performs other duties as assigned - Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Structural EngineeringEPC Project ExperienceProfessional Engineer License (PE)Structural Design CodesProject ManagementTeam BuildingCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingAttention to DetailProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years structural engineering experience

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)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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

Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment

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

Preferred

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

Master Degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years structural engineering experience

Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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