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WSP in the U.S. · 3 days ago

Lead Professional, Structural Engineering

Valhalla, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$98K/yr - $175K/yr

7+ years exp

WSP USA is currently seeking a Lead Professional in Structural Engineering to join their team in Valhalla, New York. This role involves providing high-level technical expertise for the investigation, remediation, and construction of infrastructure projects, with a focus on bridges and structural elements.

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Responsibilities

Apply high-level structural and civil engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various infrastructure project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction support, and operation

Perform professional structural engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients

Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design, construction, rehabilitation, and remediation of infrastructure projects, ensuring durability of materials and structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental and/or human influence

Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos

Coordinate, review and approve design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, and/or analyses

Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address structural, environmental, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities

Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities

Prepare and implement Risk Management and site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)

Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Structural EngineeringCivil EngineeringConstruction ManagementProject Management3D Design SoftwareProfessional Engineer LicenseInfrastructure PlanningInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience)

7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience

Registered Professional Engineer in New York State or able to obtain via reciprocity

Proficient with structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and their application to project work-related issues

Knowledge and experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects

Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations

Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team, interns, and/ or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Ability to use software to develop 3D designs and digital models such as REVIT, Tekla, and/or OpenBridge Designer

Experience in structural engineering task leadership, and/or managing small to mid-size projects

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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