Timberlab · 2 weeks ago
Lead Timber Engineer
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
4+ years expTimberlab is a company focused on structural engineering and mass timber solutions. They are seeking a Lead Timber Engineer to oversee project facilitation, implement R&D projects, and engage with stakeholders while ensuring adherence to mass timber code requirements and standards.
ConstructionProcurementProject Management
Responsibilities
In depth knowledge and continuing education of mass timber code requirements and evolution of standards across multiple jurisdictions
In depth knowledge and continuing education of mass timber supply chain
Ability to independently engage project stakeholders including owner, architect, engineers, etc. while representing Swinerton in the highest regard with the goal of getting specified as an Engineer, Procure, and Construct (EPC) contractor of choice
Coordinate, schedule, and present to the AEC community
National travel as needed to support Swinerton/Timberlab jobsites and AEC events
Travel between Portland, OR, Greenville, SC and Seattle, WA roughly 6 to 8 weeks per year
Support Swinerton/Timberlab (both regionally and nationally) in the pursuit of mass timber projects (regional travel as needed up to 1 week per month)
International travel as needed for education and relational development of global supply chain (1 week per year.)
Assist in management and implementation of R&D projects, and technical marketing content creation for completed R&D projects
Perform project feasibility studies
Structural Engineering for concept and pursuit projects
Structural Engineering for delegated design timber and specialty engineering of timber systems
Structural Engineering for awarded jobs in progress (JIP.)
Structural Engineering for bracing, lifting and other temporary construction methods for mass timber installation
Assist with, develop and/or publish articles on thought leadership, R&D, and other structural engineering concepts
Provide analysis of all structural systems in project feasibility stage and during design management phase, including, but not limited to, concrete frames, structural steel frames, precast frames, wood stick-built frames, cold formed metal frames, and mass timber frames
Assist with preconstruction efforts for mass timber projects through design and shop drawing phases
Work with and coordinate with the Virtual Design and Construction (VD&C) department to provide mass timber feasibility drawings, contract documents, delegated design submittals and shop drawings for required deliverables
Coordinate, manage, and supervise the work of subordinate engineering members and support staff
Assist with and develop skillset with cost model creation
Assist with procurement opportunities globally to provide a well-coordinated and cost-effective mass timber frame
Plan and lead the preconstruction strategy meeting on the approach to projects structural design and related cost estimate
Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management
Act as document reviewer and advisor for constructability and value analysis
Participate in preparation of proposals for new business
Know and use cost control system
Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
4 year Engineering degree, or equivalent experience
Structural design experience (4 years minimum)
Timber structural design experience (3 years, including supervisory skills.)
Timber design coursework required
PE registration required
Mass Timber design experience required (2 years minimum)
Proficient knowledge of US structural design codes (including timber, steel and concrete)
Drafting experience in Revit or similar software
Basic Microsoft products computer skills required
Strong and effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals
Leadership ability
Effective interpersonal skills
Problem-solving ability
Detail oriented and self motivated
Strong sense of urgency
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
Preferred
Master's Degree preferred in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering
SE registration preferred
Company
Timberlab
Timberlab is a contracting company that provides project management, timber engineering, fabrication, and procurement services.
51-200 employees
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