Senior Structural Designer - Lead Projects & Seismic Design

Stantec; Santa Ynez (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Structural Designer in Santa Maria, CA to work independently on small and medium projects and lead larger projects responsible for work of Structural Designers. The Senior Structural Designer will evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project.

The role requires coordinating with Architects, engineers, and owner clients, applying structural design codes, and delivering projects on time and on budget while maintaining high client service

Qualifications

• Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, seismic design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively.
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and in team settings.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Healthcare experience is preferred, specific knowledge with OSHPD/HCAI is preferred.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete calculations and drawings for small and medium projects.
• Development of job specific specifications independently for less complex projects.
• Lead junior engineers in complex projects.
• Works with and coordinates with architectural interiors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Independently perform Construction Administration duties including completing field observations reports, responding to RFIs, submittal reviews, and evaluating contractor change orders.
• Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Communicate design issues and solutions with the design team and Owner clients.
• Understanding industry standard design processes and understanding of construction means and methods.
• Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects to clients on time, on budget, and at a high level of client service.
• Nurtures existing client relationships.
• Assist with development of design standards.

Skills

Structural codes

Seismic design

Construction methods

Materials

Industry standards

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

OSHPD knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional Engineering license required

Structural Engineering license preferred

5 years of related work/experience

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

CSI

RISA

RAM

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Senior Structural Designer in Santa Maria, CA to work independently on small and medium projects and lead larger projects responsible for work of Structural Designers. The Senior Structural Designer will evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project.

The role requires coordinating with Architects, engineers, and owner clients, applying structural design codes, and delivering projects on time and on budget while maintaining high client service