Structural Engineer

Huitt-Zollars; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (BCBS TX)

Dental insurance (BCBS TX)

Vision insurance (BCBS TX)

MDLive Telehealth

Short- & Long-Term disability

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation/Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Professional societies reimbursements

Life/AD&D insurance

Cancer insurance

Two retirement plans: 401(k) and ESOP

Employee-owned firm

Job summary

Huitt-Zollars seeks a Structural Engineer for our Fort Worth office. The candidate will design vertical structures for diverse projects, perform analyses, and develop plans using Revit.

Requires PE license, civil/structural degrees, and 8+ years of experience. You will guide BIM/CADD staff, coordinate multi-discipline design, and contribute to project administration and client relations.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
• Strong knowledge of structural design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering of vertical structures for commercial & institutional projects, transportation and transit systems, federal and public works projects.
• Perform structural analysis and prepare design calculations.
• Develop structural details and construction plans using Revit.
• Provide input and technical guidance to BIM and CADD Designer/Drafters and other project staff.
• Work closely with Engineers and other disciplines to assure coordinated design systems.
• Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration process.
• Lead pursuit of new work and assist in proposals and client development.
• Lead Principal-in-Charge for designated Practice Area in the market.
• Ensure quality control measures are followed per Huitt-Zollars QMS and project procedures.
• Oversee staff deliverables and production to meet client, legal, and company requirements.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Description

Structural Engineer

Role Description

Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for a Structural Engineer at our Fort Worth office. The successful candidate will be a registered Professional Engineer with experience designing structural elements such as framing and foundation systems for buildings, retaining walls, minor bridges and culverts, and other misc. support structures for transportation-oriented projects. The candidate will work in a team environment on federal, institutional, commercial, transportation, transit, and public works projects primarily in Texas with opportunities to work on projects for other offices.

Location

Fort Worth, Texas

Employment Type

40 FT Hours

Compensation Type

Salary

Registration(s)

PE License or SE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and Master’s Degree focused on Structural Engineering

Duties

• Design engineering of vertical structures for commercial & institutional projects, transportation and transit systems, federal and public works projects.
• Perform structural analysis and prepare design calculations.
• Develop structural details and construction plans using Revit.
• Provides input and technical guidance to BIM and CADD Designer/Drafters and other project staff.
• Work closely with Engineers and other disciplines to assure coordinated design systems.
• Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration process.

Key Responsibilities

• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
• Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market.
• Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team.
• Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm.
• Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects.
• Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met.

Role Competencies

• Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
• Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
• Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
• Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer required, Structure Engineer License a plus.
• 8+ years' experience in Structural Engineering including Construction Administration.
• 5+ years' experience in designing projects in the state health care market, higher education market, federal or public works or seismic upgrade of existing buildings.
• Understanding of International Building Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, AISC Steel Construction Manual, AISC Seismic Design Manual and other material design codes.
• Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars

• Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
• Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
• Work for an Employee-Owned firm

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Huitt-Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #IND