Structural/Civil Engineer

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

BYU benefits

Paid holidays

Tuition benefits

On-campus parking

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a Structural/Civil Engineer to act as an owner‑side technical resource on campus projects. You will review designs, prepare calculations, and ensure code compliance while coordinating with consultants, architects, and facilities staff.

You will design and supervise structural and civil systems for new construction and renovations, manage budgets, and help maintain BYU standards. A PE license and ABET degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• Experience with structural calculations and construction documents, coordinating with disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of codes (ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, TMS, NDS).
• Demonstrated ability to review complex plans and communicate owner‑side comments.

Responsibilities

• Review consultant‑prepared drawings, specs, calculations and advise on code compliance.
• Analyze and design structural systems for new construction and renovations.
• Plan campus site and utility improvements and prepare bid documents.
• Manage work orders, scope, schedule and budgets; coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

BYU mission commitment

Strong communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Driving license

Structural codes knowledge

Structural analysis

Education

ABET-accredited CE/SE degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Structural/Civil Engineer

Structural responsibilities will include acting as an owner-side technical resource; reviewing plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by outside structural consultants; performing in‑house analysis and design for campus remodeling and renovation projects; and preparing, signing, and sealing engineering documents within the Structural/Civil Engineer’s responsible charge and areas of competence. Civil responsibilities include planning and designing campus site and utility improvements; preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents; managing work orders and projects through design, construction, and closeout; reviewing consultant‑prepared construction documents; and coordinating consultants, contractors, campus stakeholders, and public agencies. This position ensures work complies with applicable codes, BYU standards, project requirements, budgets, and schedules while protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the campus community and visiting public.

What you’ll do in this position:

Structural Engineering Review and Owner Representation

Review consultant-prepared structural drawings, specifications, calculations, and geotechnical recommendations at key design and construction phases. Evaluate code compliance, BYU standards, completeness, coordination, constructability, durability, and cost. Prepare clear written owner-side comments and recommendations, and coordinate resolution of structural issues with the consultant engineer of record, architects, other engineers, contractors, inspectors, and authorities. The consultant engineer of record retains responsibility for the consultant’s design and sealed documents. Support structural consultant selection and scope development, peer reviews, existing-condition assessments, renovation planning, and evaluation of unforeseen field conditions.

In-House Structural Engineering Design

Analyze and design structural systems and components for assigned new construction, renovations, repairs, equipment supports, foundations, retaining structures, and other campus projects. Account for applicable gravity, wind, seismic, snow, soil, and other loads. Prepare structural calculations, drawings, details, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documents, coordinating design requirements with architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical disciplines. Perform field verification, structural observations, and condition assessments; recommend repairs or strengthening when needed. Sign and seal documents prepared under your responsible charge and within your Utah licensure and competence and refer specialized or higher‑risk work to qualified consultants.

Civil Engineering Design and Technical Services

Plan and design campus site and utility improvements, including streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, parking lots, grading, drainage, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, culinary water, irrigation, and related infrastructure. Prepare civil plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents. Review consultant-prepared documents for applicable codes, BYU standards, project requirements, constructability, and coordination with existing campus utilities and infrastructure. Conduct field investigations, condition assessments, engineering analyses, and construction observations; recommend repair, replacement, rehabilitation, or improvement. Help maintain civil standards, details, specifications, and design criteria.

Civil Project and Work Order Management

Manage assigned work orders and projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, keeping scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder communication on track. Coordinate with campus clients, Physical Facilities teams, architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and public agencies. Procure consulting services, define scopes and deliverables, review proposals and invoices, and monitor consultant performance. Review submittals, requests for information, substitutions, change proposals, and record documents. Assist with construction observations, inspections, punch lists, and acceptance of completed work, and communicate project decisions and issues to stakeholders.

What qualifies you for this role:

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or structural engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Current Utah Professional Structural Engineer license.
• At least 8-10 years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience, including substantial commercial or institutional structural design experience and civil/site design or project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience preparing structural calculations and construction documents and coordinating structural design with architectural and other engineering disciplines.
• Advanced knowledge of structural analysis and design using current adopted building codes and referenced standards, including ASCE 7 and applicable ACI, AISC, TMS, and NDS provisions.
• Strong knowledge of civil/site engineering principles, construction practices, codes, permitting, and utility coordination.
• Ability to review complex plans and calculations, identify technical and coordination risks, and communicate clear, defensible owner‑side recommendations.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and relevant structural analysis and design software; ability to learn and use BYU project, document‑control, and work‑order systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, judgment, collaboration, and management of multiple concurrent assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to access active construction sites and existing facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with structural emphasis.
• Current Utah Professional Structural Engineer and Professional Engineer licenses.
• 10-15 years of combined civil and structural engineering experience, including owner‑side plan review, commercial or institutional building design, renovation, assessment, and construction administration.
• Experience in a university, institutional, commercial, government, or facilities‑management environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D and experience with Revit or other building information modeling workflows.
• Experience with seismic evaluation and retrofit, reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, wood, foundations, retaining structures, and investigation or repair of existing structures.

What we offer in return:

• 401k.
• BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you.
• Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4%.
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually.
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household.
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members.
• Access to athletic facilities.
• Excellent medical/dental benefits.
• Short/long term disability benefits.
• Paid parental and maternity leave.
• Wellness program.
• Free on‑campus parking.
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents.
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU.
• Pay Grade: 55.
• Typical Starting Pay: $94,000.00 to $122,000.00 annually.

About BYU

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world‑class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ‑centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! The mission of BrighamYoungUniversity — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of BrighamYoungUniversity (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.