Buildings/Structural Engineer

About the role

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Structural/Buildings Engineer to join our integrated Buildings team in Rochester, NY. We design and analyze building frameworks that support architectural intent while meeting rigorous safety, code, and performance standards. Our work includes customized structural solutions for new construction, renovations, adaptive reuse, additions, and historic preservation projects, evaluating each system for strength, serviceability, constructability, and long-term resilience.

Responsibilities

• Apply intermediate structural engineering concepts and principles to assigned design tasks.
• Complete intermediate structural engineering design tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed professional engineer, with routine basic tasks performed with limited supervision.
• Apply judgment skills to evaluate data, resources, constraints, and budgets, determining when to involve advanced technical staff.
• Develop intermediate knowledge of architecture and other engineering disciplines and their relationship to structural engineering design.
• Provide drafting assistance in REVIT under leadership direction and continually improve Revit modeling skills.
• Serve as a mentor and technical advisor to junior staff and engineers.
• Perform construction site visits with experienced engineers to observe existing conditions or construction progression.
• Demonstrate investigative competency of general construction practices.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively as part of an architectural and engineering design team.
• Act as a technical resource and mentor to interns and Co-op students.
• Perform general construction administration tasks such as shop drawing review and Requests for Information (RFI).
• Understand project scope, schedules, and budgetary restraints, demonstrating basic client management and business relationship development.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of a project's financial structure and the impact of individual contributions on profitability.
• Communicate technical ideas, concepts, and information verbally to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an emphasis on structural design (ABET accredited).
• 8+ years of professional experience as a Structural Engineer, preferably in the Buildings space.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York State required; preferred if already obtained.
• Intermediate knowledge of performing structural engineering calculations using computer software, spreadsheets, and hand calculations.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Revit with a willingness to progress to an advanced level.
• Advanced understanding of structural engineering software such as RISA, RAM, TEKLA, TEDDS, SAFE, PROFIS, with a willingness to learn and become proficient.
• Proficient knowledge of current building and material design codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE7, AISC360, ACI318, ACI 530, NDS.
• Intermediate working knowledge of non-technical computer software including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.
• Effective time management skills, including meeting deadlines and excellent organizational/prioritizing abilities.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to high-quality work and accountability.
• Good interpersonal skills and responsiveness to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain composure during challenging situations and demonstrate a positive work attitude.
• Self-reflective with a drive for continued development in knowledge, skills, and relationships.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications and instructions.

Pay

$100,000 to $120,000 per year (depending on qualifications).

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Straight-time policy compensating exempt employees for billable hours worked beyond 40 per week.
• Reimbursement for education and access to a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.