Structural Engineer

RAND; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC, a Manhattan-based firm, seeks a senior Structural Engineer to lead repair and renovation design for existing structures, including envelope work and upgrades.

Applicants must hold a NY PE license, a civil engineering degree (MS preferred), with 8+ years of relevant experience and 2+ years in leadership roles, plus strong communication and code knowledge.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer in New York State (or eligible)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering; MS preferred
• 8+ years in renovations, new buildings, superstructures, foundations
• 2+ years in project/staff/budget management
• Strong report writing and client-facing communication
• Knowledge of local codes including NYC Building Code

Responsibilities

• Provide structural analysis and design for repairs/renovations of existing structures.
• Supervise preparation of structural docs for AHJ approvals and bidding.
• Work with 3D models (Revit) and RAM for production and analysis.
• Prepare formal bidding documents and RFPs for contractors.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing structural systems.
• Develop technical reports, scope recommendations, and client proposals.
• Administer construction phase: reviews submittals, RFIs, change orders, sign-offs.
• Monitor budgets and coordinate monthly invoicing; supervise junior engineers/drafters.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Verbal & written communication

Education

PE license in NY

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Revit

RAM

Job description

Founded in 1987, RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC is an employee-owned 115+ person Manhattan-based firm that designs, specifies, and administers restoration, upgrade, and adaptive re-use programs on behalf of owners, managers, and co-op and condo boards.
We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer for our Structural department. Candidate should be self-motivated, energetic, organized and a team player.

Life at RAND

As an employee-owned business, at RAND, we believe great work starts with great people—and we take care of ours.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both professionally and personally, including:

• Medical, dental, and company-sponsored vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match to invest in your future
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Transit and parking benefits for easy commuting
• On-site exercise room and wellness perks like yoga classes
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Employee referral incentives
• A RAND Certified Project Management Program
• A vibrant culture with team events, celebrations, and yes—great holiday parties

And we’re not the only ones who think RAND is a great place to work—
We’ve been named one of Crain’s New York Business Top 100 Places to Work in NYC 14 times (including 2025).
Come see why.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide structural analysis and design related to repair and renovation of existing structures, including exterior envelope repair and antiquated structural systems.
• Supervise the preparation of structural construction documents suitable for approval by local AHJ’s as well as bidding/pricing, including written material and technical specifications.
• Work with 3D models for production (Revit) and analysis (RAM)
• Compile formal bidding documents, including RFP’s for contractors.
• Perform site visits to ascertain existing structural systems in order to develop code-complaint structural construction documents.
• Develop technical reports, written work scope recommendations, and proposals based on coordinating with contractors and consulting with clients at all stages of a project. Act as the point of contact for all project-related inquiries.
• Administer the construction phase of a construction project, including reviewing submittals, responding to contractor RFI’s, reviewing payment applications, developing change order documentation, coordinating sign-off, etc.
• Ensure that required special inspections are performed and completed during construction by coordinating with clients, contractors and other in-house staff.
• Monitor and maintain project budgets. Work with in-house project accountants to produce monthly invoices.
• Directly supervise junior Engineers and drafters on the Structural Team in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and be responsible for individual time management while communicating with team and company leadership
• Work in a fast-paced environment and be responsive and accountable to multiple in-house and external stakeholders.

Candidates must have the following credentials and qualifications:

• Registered Professional Engineer in New York State (PE’s from other states will also be considered)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or equivalent; MS or equivalent in Civil Engineering preferred
• 8 years of experience in the design of renovations, new buildings, superstructures, and foundations
• 2 years of experience managing projects, staff, schedules and budgets
• Excellent verbal skills, including the ability to write technical reports and represent the company at client meetings
• Thorough understanding of relevant local building codes, including the 1968 New York City Building where appropriate for repair projects.