Senior Structural Engineer (Vertical Design Build)

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design-build structural efforts and serve as a technical leader within the Design & Engineering team.

You will provide oversight on complex challenges, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and prepare detailed models and construction documents using Revit. Travel as needed and mentorship of staff are included in the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Typically 6–14+ years of structural engineering and design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in Responsible Charge for engineering deliverables.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, AWC, AISI).
• Expertise in reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, structural steel, cold-formed steel, timber, masonry, and foundations.
• Strong engineering judgment and decision-making in high-risk situations.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence project teams.
• Ability to work across multiple teams while managing priorities.
• Proficient in structural analysis, modeling, and drafting software.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record for design-build projects and lead all structural engineering efforts from client contact through construction.
• Coordinate structural design with architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil and other disciplines and teams.
• Prepare Structural Narratives, Schematic Designs, and Construction Documents.
• Prepare 2D and 3D structural analysis models.
• Prepare detailed models and drawings utilizing Revit.
• Perform Construction Administration duties and site visits as required.
• Evaluate and remediate non-conforming work and misalignments.
• Review proposed remediations for subcontractors.
• Perform design assist and value engineering reviews of structural systems.
• Evaluate loads for temporary conditions on structures (pumps, cranes, etc.).
• Prepare and seal analysis, calculations, plans, drawings, quantities, specs, and reports.
• Quality control reviews of plans and calculations.
• Develop staff work plans and supervise staff; mentor and train.

Skills

Structural analysis software

Strong communication skills

Responsible Charge experience

Leadership & influence

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred

6–14+ years structural engineering experience

Knowledge of IBC/ASCE/ACI/AISC/AWC/AISI codes

Tools

Revit

Job description

Responsibilities

This position requires performing structural engineering design and analysis and operating in or supporting Responsible Charge. The Senior Structural Engineer serves as a technical leader within the Design & Engineering team, providing oversight, resolving complex challenges, and helping guide engineering efforts across multiple projects.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Serve as Engineer of Record for design-build projects and perform or lead all structural engineering efforts required to move projects from first client contact through completion of construction.
• Coordinate structural design with architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and other design disciplines and internal operations, scheduling, and procurement teams.
• Prepare Structural Narratives, Schematic Designs, and Construction Documents.
• Prepare 2D and 3D structural analysis models.
• Prepare detailed models and drawings utilizing Revit.
• Perform Construction Administration duties such as delegated design review, shop drawing review, RFI review and response, and perform pre-pour and other site visits as required.
• Evaluate work that may be out of specification such as misplaced foundations and columns, distressed members, cracked concrete, misalignments, insufficient concrete breaks, and similar issues. Develop remediations for work performed by Brasfield and Gorrie.
• Review proposed remediations for work performed by subcontractors.
• Perform design assist and value engineering reviews of structural systems, including foundations, framing systems, and delegated components.
• Evaluate existing and proposed permanent structures for temporary loads and conditions including pump trucks, cranes, lifts and other equipment on structures.
• Prepare and seal appropriate analysis, calculations, details, plans, drawings, quantities, specifications, and reports as required to fulfill the responsibilities and duties above.
• Perform quality control reviews of the plans, calculations, and other documentation prepared by other engineers employed by Brasfield & Gorrie or by external consultant engineers.
• Develop staff work plans and provide daily supervision of staff.
• Mentor and train staff.

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

What Sets This Role Apart

• Direct integration with construction teams, providing the opportunity to see engineering solutions implemented in real time
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of work across multiple sectors, allowing engineers to broaden technical experience beyond a single market
• Collaboration with established internal project teams, enabling strong working relationships and efficient project execution
• Opportunity to influence project outcomes through practical, buildable engineering solutions
• A work environment that supports long-term sustainability, including a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Defined career progression with intentional training and development opportunities

Education, Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field
• Typically 6–14+ years of structural engineering and design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
• Demonstrated ability to operate in Responsible Charge for engineering deliverables
• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes, including IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, AWC, and AISI
• Expertise in the analysis and design of reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, structural steel, cold-formed steel, timber, masonry, and foundation systems
• Strong engineering judgment and decision-making capability, particularly in high-risk or ambiguous situations
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence project teams and stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams while managing competing priorities
• Proficient in structural analysis, modeling, and drafting software
• Willingness to travel as required

Position Characteristics:

• Leads highly complex scopes of engineering work
• Functions as a senior technical leader on project teams
• Demonstrates advanced independence, sound judgment, and strong technical capability
• Operates in or directly supports Responsible Charge, depending on project and licensing requirements
• Builds trust with project teams, leadership, and peers through technical leadership and consistent delivery