Structural Engineer Associate - Design, Review & Construction

Vanir Construction Management, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings with employer matching

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Health savings account (HSA) with emp.

Life, AD&D and disability benefits

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Job summary

Vanir Construction Management, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a structural engineer to perform moderately complex design, analysis and review of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for concrete, steel, masonry and related structures.

The role involves contract administration, preparation of design and QA plans, and collaboration with engineers, consultants and inspectors to ensure code compliance and feasibility of construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with specialization in structural engineering courses.
• Three (3) years full-time paid professional structural engineering experience.
• Emphasis on school building construction is preferred.
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) certification recognized by state boards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately complex structural engineering work including preparation, analysis and review of design plans, specifications, estimates and reports for compliance with guidelines from federal, state and local agencies.
• Performs contract administration in reviewing structural services required of engineering consultants and architects; makes revisions and recommendations.
• Prepares structural design plans and specifications, QA plans, and cost estimates for construction, maintenance and operation of various structures.
• Assists in reviewing project status; initiates changes and provides guidance to structural designers and other staff.
• Reviews structural plans and calculations, contributing to completion of projects and determining cost/expenditure for alternative construction methods.
• Assists in ensuring conformity to standards and feasibility of construction; checks completeness and accuracy of work.
• Assists in designing layout of foundations, floors, walls and roof framing for major structures.
• Makes recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers and inspectors on structural issues during construction.
• Analyzes environmental impact and soils data to advise on foundation design.
• Prepares feasibility reports and preliminary designs for proposed structures and facilities.
• Performs site investigations and prepares scoping reports and recommendations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

PE certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering

Job description

Vanir Construction Management, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a structural engineer to perform moderately complex design, analysis and review of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for concrete, steel, masonry and related structures.

The role involves contract administration, preparation of design and QA plans, and collaboration with engineers, consultants and inspectors to ensure code compliance and feasibility of construction.