Project Engineer, Structural

Leo A. Daly Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leo A. Daly Company seeks a Project Engineer in Omaha, Nebraska. The role involves independent and collaborative structural engineering design for multiple projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Architectural or Civil Engineering. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of experience, a PE license, and proficiency in Revit Structure and RISA software. Responsibilities include client communication, planning design requirements, and contributing to quality assurance in engineering documentation. A commitment to diversity and equal opportunity is part of our core values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in structural engineering on various projects.
• Practical knowledge of codes and related industry standards (ACI, AISC, etc.).
• Experience preparing deliverable drawing sets in Revit Structure.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and specifies project-appropriate structural engineering requirements.
• Plans and directs work of Structural EITs and Designers.
• Attends client meetings and communicates with stakeholders.

Skills

Self-motivated team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer License (PE)

Tools

Revit Structure

RISA 2d and 3d

RAM and PCA suite of programs

Job description

Project Engineers work as part of a multi-discipline team performing structural engineering design during all phases of multiple simultaneous projects. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature with Engineers and Architects. Work includes a wide range of moderately complex duties under general guidance and limited supervision from Senior Professionals. Independent judgment is required on work details. Assignments will include performing design calculations, interpreting and preparing reports, and producing deliverable drawing sets including foundation plans, framing plans, details, and schedules.

Job Responsibilities

• Establishes, designs, and specifies project-appropriate structural engineering requirements.
• Plans and directs the work of Structural EITs and Designers.
• Independently attends client meetings and communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development.
• Leads the execution of site investigations and observations.
• Prepares narratives, reports, calculations, drawing and specification documents in accordance with a high degree of quality, yet with regard to project schedule and budget constraints.
• Performs cross-discipline discussions and coordination.
• Assists with reviews of structural engineering documents for quality and compliance with code and program requirements.
• Participates in Construction Administration by reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFI’s, solving construction issues, and performing site visits to assess general conformance with the design concept.
• Mentors and encourages the development of junior professionals and designers.
• Assists with marketing and business development activities including building relationship with key clients and strategic partners, proposal writing, fee estimates, and client interviews.
• Travel for marketing and project-related activities will be required.

Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in structural engineering on a wide variety of projects within the A/E industry
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of codes and related industry standards (ACI, AISC, NDS, ASCE, etc.) with the ability to apply them to real-world, multidisciplinary projects
• Production experience preparing deliverable drawing sets in Revit Structure
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency using RISA 2d and 3d, and the RAM and PCA suite of programs
• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately

Preferred Education & Experience

• Experience estimating hours budgets and developing fee proposals for structural engineering work
• Strong knowledge of project management fundamentals

LEO A DALY LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

LEO A DALY LLC is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.