Civil/Structural Engineer

Job Duties

• Work closely on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals
• Make drawings, specifications and computer models of structures for building contractors
• Prepare reports, designs and drawings
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, REVIT, Microsoft Excel, and MS Office Suite
• Develop design ideas using Revit and CAD software
• Apply expert knowledge of the forces that act on various structures
• Work with geotechnical engineers to investigate ground conditions and analyze results of soil sample and in-situ tests
• Inspect buildings and analyze configurations of the basic structural components of a building or other structure
• Examine structures at risk of collapse and advise how to improve their structural integrity, such as recommending removal or repair of defective parts or rebuilding the entire structure
• Investigate the properties of materials like glass, steel and concrete, and advise which is most suitable
• Liaise with construction contractors to ensure that newly erected buildings are structurally sound
• Obtain planning and/or building regulations approval
• Prepare bids for tenders
• Monitor and inspect work undertaken by contractors
• Making sure that projects meet legal guidelines, environmental directives, and health and safety requirements
• Supervise project teams
• Give progress reports to clients and senior managers

Required Skills

• A bachelor's degree in engineering
• 5 + Years’ experience desired
• PE, FE or EIT. Must be able to achieve Professional Registration
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong mathematical ability
• Computer literacy
• Three-dimensional conceptual skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Diagrammatic skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow lead
• Engineer direction
• Ability to liaise well with professionals from other disciplines
• Familiarity with Florida Building Code