Senior Structural Engineer: Lead Design & Documentation

HKS; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS in Chicago seeks a Sr. Structural Engineer to lead complex structural design efforts and coordinate BIM workflows across disciplines. You will ensure code compliance, review materials and provide mentorship to junior staff while managing client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience, PE licensure, and advanced knowledge of building codes, framing systems, and QA/QC processes. Travel is required to support projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering.
• Typically 7+ years of experience.
• Professional engineer licensure required; multi-state licensure preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes and material design standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates structural project team efforts to facilitate design and delivery of implementation documents.
• Leads early phase effort for determining framing systems.
• Ensures code compliance and reviews structural specifications across project phases.
• Manages field documentation, RFIs, change orders, and QA/QC processes.
• Supervises junior engineers and drafters; mentors staff and reviews performance.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Accredited professional degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

BIM

MS Office

Job description

HKS in Chicago seeks a Sr. Structural Engineer to lead complex structural design efforts and coordinate BIM workflows across disciplines. You will ensure code compliance, review materials and provide mentorship to junior staff while managing client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience, PE licensure, and advanced knowledge of building codes, framing systems, and QA/QC processes. Travel is required to support projects nationwide.