Structural Project Engineer - Chicago

David Mason + Associates (DMA); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Every-other Friday OFF

Hybrid schedule & flexibility

70% employer paid health benefits

Family-first company culture

Minority-Owned Business Enterprise

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join their Structural Team. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have over 7 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years focused on building design. Responsibilities include preparing construction drawings, overseeing project schedules, and mentoring team members. This position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $140,000 and a hybrid work model with several benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years related engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in building design.
• Professional Engineer license in Illinois required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Oversee permit applications with municipal agencies.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplined design teams during construction.

Skills

Building design

Engineering calculations

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

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Overview

David Mason + Associates’ Structural Team is focused on the design & analysis of building structures, framing & foundations. Our team establishes structural building designs for clients in the education, healthcare & utility markets, among others. With a long history of relationships within the Chicago region, we’ve had the opportunity to work on iconic projects such as the University of Illinois Outpatient Surgery Center & specialty Clinics & Cudahy Hall renovation at Loyola University.

Our Chicago Structural team is looking for a Licensed Project Engineer with previous design experience who is ready to jump in & support the team. Our ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, has 7+ years of related engineering experience, a minimum of 5 years in building-design & holds a Professional Engineering license in the state of Illinois. SE License in Illinois is STRONGLY REQUESTED.

Salary

David Mason + Associates provided pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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Benefits

• Every-other Friday OFF
• Hybrid schedule & flexibility
• 70% employer paid Health benefits
• Family-first company culture
• Minority-Owned Business Enterprise
• Plus, more!!

Essential Duties

• Prepares and oversees production of construction drawings, specifications, design, calculations, and technical reports
• Prepares engineer's opinion of probable construction cost
• Responsible for project schedules and time completion of projects
• Prepares and oversees permit application for applicable municipal agencies
• Delegates and oversees project design tasks to technicians, designers, and staff engineers
• Works closely and coordinates project clarifications, conflicts, and changes with multi-disciplined design teams, owners, and contractors in the field during construction
• May perform site investigations and inspections in the field during and post construction
• Assists in preparation of proposals for engineering services
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of project budgets and billing and assists with A/R
• Mentors and assists with training technicians, designers, and staff engineers
• Participate in business development activities as needed
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, monitoring project budgets and schedules, and being responsible for overseeing the technical work of one or more team members
• Estimates materials, equipment, and labor needed to determine project costs
• Monitors project progress and ensures design specifications, safety, and sanitation standards are met
• May sign/seal drawings or other required documentation based on division and firm policies
• Follow and abide by the DMA employee and safety manuals
• Completes other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required)
• 7+ years of related engineering experience, including at least 5 years in building-design
• Professional Engineer license in the state of Illinois (required)
• Structural Engineer License (SE) in Illinois is strongly preferred

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

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