Overview:
Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A licensed engineer who works on a variety of projects on structural design, preparation of implementation documentation, coordination with clients and construction administration. Collaborates with the project team to organize and plan projects.
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with project team to effectively execute structural engineering design and delivery of structural implementation documents
May coordinate early phase effort for determination of most appropriate structural framing system(s) and project criteria including building code, fire-rating, gravity/lateral loads and other unique requirements of the project
Performs effectively as a team member during design and/or construction phases
May prepare and/or review structural specifications for projects at each phase of delivery
Maintains active awareness of the production schedule for responsible task(s)
Coordinates structural CA effort including engineering site visitation, field report documentation, submittal review, response to project RFI's, and review of structural change order requests
Revises implementation documents from markups and/or instructions and reviews completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy/completeness
Reviews work of EIT staff
Directs the work of structural drafting staff for implementation documentation
Utilizes standard engineering practices and techniques to adjust and correlate data; recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results
May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements
Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues
Consistently documents project meetings and telephone conversations
Maintains knowledge of products and materials available on the market
Travel may be required
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Accredited professional degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering or related field
Typically 5+ years of experience
Licenses and Certifications
Professional engineering or structural engineering licensure required (structural engineering licensure preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skills
Intermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work
Basic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on role
Intermediate knowledge of software such as Revit and BIM required
Intermediate knowledge of structural analytical software required
Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite required
Intermediate knowledge of building codes, material design standards, select structural standards, constructability, etc. required
Basic knowledge of project management tools (Vision, Portfolio, etc.) preferred
Intermediate knowledge of integrated design, engineering building systems and QA/QC process required
Intermediate ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required
Intermediate ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
Base Salary Range: $84k - $105k annually - Chicago locations only.
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Chicago location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.
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HKS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to a policy of non-discrimination in all employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, advancement, compensation, and termination. HKS’ policies, including its Affirmative Action Programs, are designed to not only ensure legal compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination and retaliation laws, but to carry out the principles of equal employment opportunities in all job categories. Deliberate and conscious effort is made to make employment decisions that are consistent with these equal employment opportunity principles. HKS will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or disability; and ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. Employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination for filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation or hearing, opposing and/or exercising any other right made unlawful by Executive Order 11246, Sections 503 and 38 USC 4212, as amended, or their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State or local laws requiring equal opportunity.
