Civil or Architectural Engineer (Capital Reserve Projects)

Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading civil engineering firm focused on innovative non-traditional projects. As a Civil or Architectural Engineer, you'll work on diverse Community Association and commercial projects while expanding your skills. We offer a competitive salary and numerous benefits, with an opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)

401k

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and professional development

Gym membership reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of related civil or structural engineering or construction experience.
• Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain one within six months.
• Reserve Specialist (RS) designation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Community Association Managers and Board of Directors.
• Perform on-site field investigations and develop 30-year capital reserve plans.
• Communicate effectively with clients and travel to project locations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical writing and report writing

Ability to work on several projects simultaneously

Team player attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

AutoCAD

Job description

CIVIL OR ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEER

Are you a civil, structural, or architectural engineer who is looking for a change? Are you seeking a job that expands your skills working on non-traditional civil engineering projects?

Giles Flythe Engineers are looking for a Professional Engineer in one of our North Carolina or Virginia offices, who is interested in working on Community Association projects, including capital reserve projects and construction administration, as well as commercial projects, including Property Condition Assessments (PCA) and Phase 1 Environmental Assessments. Learn more about these services at our website, www.gfengineers.com.

THE WORK YOU WILL PERFORM:

• Work directly with condominium, multi-family, and single-family Community Association Managers and Board of Directors.
• Perform on-site field investigations to complete take-offs and evaluations of buildings and site improvements.
• Develop a 30-year capital reserve plan for communities, including life expectancy, remaining life, and cost to maintain capital expenditures.
• Meet with Associations and community members as needed to review and finalize Reserve Study and answer any questions.
• Additional services we offer that you may get involved with:
  • Construction administration projects such as roof repair or replacement, facade or siding repair or replacement, paving projects, window and door replacement projects for the Association.
  • Commercial real estate due diligence inspections, including PCA's and Phase 1 Environmental Assessments.
• Effectively and professionally communicate in writing and verbally with clients, including homeowners, property owners, contractors, engineers, and architects.
• Routine travel will be expected to project locations within the region. During the first six months of employment, frequent trips to North Carolina (Raleigh and/or Charlotte) will be required during training.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Minimum five (5) years of related civil or structural engineering or construction experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering from an accredited engineering program.
• Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain one within six months required.
• Reserve Specialist (RS) designation is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with clients daily.
• Proven technical writing and report writing skills.
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
• Team player attitude with the willingness to adapt and learn new responsibilities and tasks.
• Willing to perform inspections in on ladders and roofs as needed. Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb and balance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe and AutoCAD.
• Valid Driver's license with a good driving record.

ABOUT GILES FLYTHE ENGINEERS (GFE)

Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. was founded in 2003 with a focus on evaluating buildings and site improvements. We specialize in working with property owners and community associations in problem-solving, repair/maintenance planning, pre-purchase due diligence, cost estimating, and structural design. We work with thousands of properties each year including all types of commercial real estate, high-rise condominium properties, townhome communities, and single-family residential properties. Our clients include commercial real estate investors/owners, homeowners, community associations, general contractors, and architects.

OUR TEAM

Our team has a wide range of relevant engineering experience including environmental engineering, structural engineering, site civil engineering, land development, stormwater engineering, mechanical engineering and building envelope evaluations. We have a highly collaborative culture which enables us to readily draw from the experience and expertise of our team. We embrace a decentralized leadership structure relying on empowered autonomous team members to make most decisions.

WHY WORK FOR GFE?

Giles Flythe Engineers offers a collaborative work environment with a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a clearly defined bonus plan based on individual performance. We offer health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401k, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, training and professional development, and gym membership reimbursement. As we continue to grow, we anticipate many future opportunities for career growth and development.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.