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Senior Structural Engineering Manager- Buildings

JE Dunn Construction

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Engineering Manager to oversee the Structural Engineering Department. This pivotal role involves conducting constructability reviews, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive experience to provide innovative solutions and support project teams in achieving structural excellence. Join a diverse and dynamic team dedicated to enriching lives through inspired engineering, where your contributions will play a key role in building perfection.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in construction or structural engineering.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed constructability reviews and participate in project meetings.
  • Identify and recommend solutions to construction quality issues.
  • Prepare structural drawings and calculations for design projects.

Skills

Structural Engineering
Communication Skills
RISA or similar software
MS Office
Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

RISA
Construction Quality Software

Job description

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

Role Summary

The Senior Structural Engineering Manager will complete and oversee activities within the Structural Engineering Department. This position will also provide direct support to the Director of Structural Engineering and assistance to other structural engineers within the department. Responsibilities include document review, collaboration with project teams, attending meetings, conducting field observations or inspections, and investigating non-compliant conditions. All activities support the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn.

  1. Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes most decisions and consults with supervisor as needed.
  2. Career Path: Structural Engineering Director
Key Role Responsibilities - Core
  • Conduct detailed constructability reviews and participate in page-turn review meetings.
  • Review shop drawing submittals and related technical information for accuracy and adherence.
  • Prepare for and attend trade partner pre-installation meetings, possibly leading discussions for the structural scope.
  • Identify, document, and recommend solutions to construction quality issues.
  • Communicate project quality status and issues at review meetings.
  • Identify non-compliant conditions and trends needing attention using advanced quality recognition skills.
  • Create technical documentation based on industry standards (e.g., white papers).
  • Provide internal training for structural scopes for JE Dunn project teams.
  • Suggest methods to improve structural efficiency and execution within parameters acceptable to the design team.
  • Collaborate with project teams for communication with design teams on structural issues, with the Structural Engineer of Record maintaining responsibility for structural design and changes.
  • Conduct quality walks at job sites and manufacturing facilities for structural scopes.
  • Prepare structural drawings and calculations for Design Phase Services projects.
  • Collaborate with trade partners on structural issues and solutions.
Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

In addition, this position will:

  • Review structural analysis performed by engineers within the department, sharing and implementing suggestions.
  • Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications to comply with codes and client expectations.
  • Interact with clients to develop structural solutions, including alternatives.
  • Participate in proposal preparation and contract reviews.
  • Develop project work plans focusing on efficiency and priorities.
  • Develop structural engineering resources and tools to improve efficiency and results.
  • Support structural issues encountered on projects through white papers and technical support.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and timely.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.
  • Advanced proficiency in RISA or similar structural analysis software.
  • Intermediate formal presentation skills.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, codes, and technical data.
  • Intermediate knowledge of material and field testing for QA processes.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction assemblies and trades.
  • Proficiency in basic construction and quality software tools.
  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate internally and externally.
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering or related field (Required).
  • Equivalent relevant experience considered in lieu of degree.
Experience
  • 10+ years of construction or structural engineering experience (Required).
  • Cross-functional knowledge of disciplines like Architectural, Structural, MEP, and trades.
Working Environment
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel overnight if needed.
  • Normal office environment with exposure to extreme conditions at times.
  • Frequent activities include standing, walking, sitting, viewing screens; occasional bending and reaching.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The benefits package is Professional Non-Union. Click here for benefits details.

JE Dunn is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact accommodations@jedunn.com for assistance.

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