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Bartlett & West · 1 day ago

Engineering Specialist I - Structural Design

Bartlett & West is an engineering, architecture, technology, and professional services firm headquartered in Topeka, KS. They are seeking an Engineering Specialist I - Structural Design, who will act as a technical subject matter expert on bridge projects, providing support and guidance to project managers and contributing to project planning and execution.

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Responsibilities

Acts as a technical specialist in miscellaneous structure design, including bridges
Provides internal technical advice to project managers throughout the company for the purpose of preparing proposals and developing client presentations
Collaborates with a project manager with project planning including development of the project scope, concepts and strategies to be used, task organization, estimates of effort the identification of other required resources, and schedules necessary to complete the project
Collaborates with the development of cost and budget estimates for the project
Provides technical guidance to the project manager in developing an agreement for engineering services, including scope, fee structure, fee amount, schedule, and all other risk sharing/management provisions related to the engineering manager’s portion of the project
Directs, manages and participates in the production of the project deliverables. Performs or participates in some or all of the following: Preliminary studies, plans and cost estimates, Definition of and oversight of design surveys, Designs and plan production, Conducting project status/review meetings, Specification and contract document development and production, Bidding and contract award and construction administration oversight, Monitors and maintains quality on all facets of the project deliverable
Provides input to the project manager and/or others regarding the monthly project accounting process, including review of time and expense charges to projects
In coordination with the project manager, communicates openly and frequently with clients during the course of a project to ensure that all issues are addressed to the client’s satisfaction
Participates in on-going client maintenance activities, as appropriate
Reviews personal and project staff labor utilization relative to assigned project teams on a regular basis as directed
In coordination with the project manager, oversees and directs the assignments of engineers and technicians assigned to a project
Develops and fosters an open environment encouraging communication among team members assigned to a project. Provides constructive performance feedback to project team members and coaches to improve performance
Provides performance information on all project team members to the delivery leader, team leader, or project manager
Stays abreast of new engineering trends, techniques, strategies, philosophies and methods. Participates in professional organization(s) in the manager’s area of expertise and/or client focus. Maintains professional licensure in the states required by the company
Focused on project delivery, mentoring, and technical leadership
Will have a substantial role in developing and implementing scope/fee/schedule/quality plan for projects. Typically teamed up with PM II who is ultimately responsible for the projects
Mentors team members
May analyze a specific issue on PM’s project to recommend solutions that are efficient and cost effective
Meets with vendors of equipment on a technical basis with project managers and project teams as directed
May present at conferences and tradeshows as directed
May participate in the company’s standard specification process as directed
May serve as the people manager/HR supervisor for a team

Qualification

Professional Engineering LicenseBridge DesignCivil EngineeringContracting MethodsProject ManagementEngineering TrendsMentoringEffective CommunicationProblem Solving

Required

Professional Engineering License
10+ years' experience in civil engineering projects, specifically transportation/bridge projects with increasing responsibility and P.E. license
College degree in civil, or structural engineering as appropriate or equivalent in combined education and experience
Valid driver's license with good driving record required
Demonstrates creativity, foresight, and judgment in planning, organizing and problem analysis and resolution
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills to maintain effective internal and external relationships
Knowledge of various contracting methods including design-bid-build and design-build
Ability to mentor and develop less experienced staff in area of expertise
In coordination with the project manager, oversees and directs the assignments of engineers and designers
Stays abreast of new engineering trends, techniques, strategies, philosophies, and technologies

Company

Bartlett & West

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Bartlett & West was built with one goal in mind, to make our communities better, safer and more resilient—one well-conceived project at a time.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Bob Gilbert
Chief Operations Officer
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Lakeisha Williams, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
HR Partner - Data & Technology
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