Senior Structural Project Engineer

Colliers Engineering & Design; United States; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 122,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off including parental leave

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer to join their Waterway Structures team. This role emphasizes the design of complex waterway structures and requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering along with EIT certification. Ideal candidates should have 7+ years of relevant experience and be familiar with software like SAP2000 or STAAD.Pro.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $96,000 to $122,300 annually, and the chance to contribute to sustainable design projects. Benefits include company-paid health coverage, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience on complex structural projects.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Structural design of complex waterway structures.
• Prepare construction design documents, plans, and specifications.
• Perform quality reviews of CAD designers' work.
• Serve as a technical contact for clients and contractors.
• Stamp/sign drawings or reports if required.

Skills

Structural design of complex waterway structures

Experience with SAP2000 or STAAD.Pro

Understanding of US Army Corps of Engineers procedures

Engineering communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification

PE license preferred

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer to join our Waterway Structures team! This position has the potential for remote work. The Waterway Structures team is growing and has exciting projects for engineers who like to design large complex projects on or near the water. Our projects are unique and provide a diverse array of interesting work to keep our staff challenged and engaged.

As a recognized national leader in the design of waterway structures, we handle projects from initial investigation and concept design, through final design and construction services. By applying our extensive knowledge and experience, we believe our engineers, scientists and planners can build a more sustainable world through design while protecting our most valuable resource and delivering cost‑effective solutions that meet our clients’ goals.

Responsibilities

• Structural design of complex waterway structures (e.g., locks, dams, hydraulic steel structures, pump stations, hydraulic gates, and waterfronts).
• Prepare construction design documents, plans, and specifications.
• Perform quality reviews of drawings and work products from CAD designers and junior engineers.
• Serve as a technical contact for client, other design professionals, and contractors.
• Serve on professional association committees for establishment of policies, standards, procedures, and research.
• May stamp/sign drawings or reports or serve as Engineer of Record for the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering is required.
• Engineer‑in‑training (EIT) certification is required; PE license or the ability to become licensed within 12 months is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience on complex structural projects is required.
• Experience with various structural engineering software analysis packages (i.e.: SAP2000 or STAAD.Pro).
• Prior experience with the US Army Corps of Engineers design procedures and Dam Safety Guidelines is a plus.
• Occasional overnight travel for site visits and/or meetings, as needed.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation

$96,000 to $122,300 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as company-sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!