Company Overview: A well-established structural engineering firm with over 30 years of expertise seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Restoration Engineer/Project Manager. The firm values relationships, design sensitivity, and successful project outcomes. Known for being personable, innovative, and responsive, the company provides technical expertise to clients nationwide from its Midwest offices and holds engineering licenses across the U.S.
Position Summary: As a Junior to Mid-Level Restoration Engineer/Project Manager, you'll assist in the execution and oversight of restoration and existing building projects, working closely with the restoration department manager. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects and develop expertise in structural rehabilitation and project management. You'll also support junior technicians, gaining experience in mentorship and expanding your own skill set.
Responsibilities:
- Restoration and Rehabilitation: Develop skills in structural restoration, with a comprehensive understanding of rehabilitation processes within the construction industry.
- Material Proficiency: Gain experience with both historical and modern construction materials and systems.
- Assessment and Reporting: Conduct visual and hands-on condition assessments, preparing reports that include observations, repair recommendations, prioritization, and cost estimates.
- Testing Techniques: Learn various destructive and non-destructive testing techniques for concrete, steel, and timber.
- Design and Specifications: Assist with design drawings and specifications, participate in bidding services, and conduct construction phase services, including site visits, field reports, project meetings, and reviews for contractor compliance.
- Project Management: Support project management tasks, including client and team coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
- Structural Analysis and Rehabilitation Design: Perform structural analysis through hand calculations and computer modeling to verify the capacity of existing structures or design reinforcements.
- Building Codes: Learn to research and apply building codes relevant to rehabilitation projects.
- Client Communication: Develop communication skills to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, such as condo associations and commercial property owners.
- Professional Development: Actively participate in industry events and professional organizations to build knowledge and connections.
- Mentorship and Training: Begin mentoring junior staff as you develop expertise in restoration engineering.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent field experience.
- 3-6 years of structural engineering experience, ideally with exposure to restoration, rehabilitation, and the construction industry.
- Foundational knowledge of multiple structural framing systems.
- Proficiency in interpreting both historical and modern structural drawings.
- Experience with visual and hands-on assessment techniques and report writing.
- Basic understanding of concrete, steel, and timber materials and testing methods.
- Familiarity with design software and structural analysis programs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Motivated to participate in professional organizations and pursue professional growth.
Benefits:
- $80,000-$110,000 base salary (dependant on experience)
- ESOP
- Continued investment in professional development, licensure and credentials
- Hybrid and flexible working structure
- Competitive 401K & Holiday
