KL&A · 9 hours ago
Steel Preconstruction Engineer
Loveland, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yr
3+ years expKL&A Engineers and Builders is a consulting firm focused on redefining steel construction excellence. The Steel Preconstruction Engineer will support steel construction management activities through pre-construction services, estimating, and assisting structural engineers with constructability and costs.
ConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed take-off’s and quantity surveys for structural steel, mass timber, and miscellaneous metals integrating preconstruction considerations and utilizing tools such as Revit, Bluebeam, Excel, and a proprietary Cost Modeler
Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documents to develop a complete scope of work considering both structural engineering aspects and preconstruction aspects
Develop plans for the logistics aspects including site constraints, schedule, sequencing, and safety while helping develop innovative construction means and methods to increase efficiency
Collaborate with structural engineers, architects, fabricators, erectors, and general contractors and provide input during the design phase, offering valuable insights to optimize project costs, schedule, and constructability
Assist with value engineering and troubleshoot potential field and fabrication problems
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier capabilities, techniques, and quotes, negotiating the best prices and terms, and providing input on value engineering opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and other industry professionals, fostering partnerships that enhance the preconstruction process
Understand building codes and verify estimating efforts are compliant
Actively participating in a team environment
Qualification
Required
Minimum BS in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management
Must be thorough with high attention to detail
Self-starter and active problem solver with a mindset of growth and curiosity
Working familiarity with standard commercial building codes
Revit experience or willingness to learn
Understanding of standard business software such as Outlook, Excel, and Bluebeam
Preferred
3 years of either structural engineering or 4 years of estimating experience on steel structures and miscellaneous metals
Experience working as an estimator on commercial steel projects
MS with an emphasis in structures or experience estimating steel buildings preferred
Experience working for a steel fabrication or erection company
Proficiency with Revit
Proficiency working in Bluebeam
Benefits
Medical: Approx 80% of Family policy is paid by KL&A
Family Dental and Vision paid 100% by KL&A
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Employee owned
Vacation and sick leave
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Company
KL&A
KL&A Inc, Engineers and Builders is a unique firm built around the fundamental idea that structural engineers can and should return to a master builder role, taking ownership not only of design of structural systems, but also cost estimating and at-risk construction.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Greg Kingsley
President and CEO
Brant Lahnert
Principal Engineer/CFO
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