Lead Structural Engineer (Buildings)

WSP in the U.S. · Phoenix, AZ · 2 wk ago

EngineeringFull-time

About the Role

WSP is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join their dynamic Property & Buildings team in Tempe, AZ. Our team provides structural design consulting services for complex building projects across multiple sectors including healthcare, science/technology, higher education, K-12, civic, mission critical, commercial construction, and public safety.

This position involves high-level technical assistance and guidance for investigation, remediation, improvement, design, and construction of building projects in the public and private sectors. Responsibilities include research, concept development, planning, design, and construction of building structures while ensuring quality, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Responsibilities

Apply high-level structural engineering techniques and processes to improve various building project phases, including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, and construction.
Perform professional structural engineering work and conduct research and observations of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, and infrastructure to determine conformance with applicable codes and standards.
Develop and supervise the development of construction drawings, calculation packages, and specifications; update layout plans requiring coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Manage projects from inception to completion, including design, construction, rehabilitation, and remediation, ensuring durability of materials and structural soundness from environmental or human-induced loads and pressures.
Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects, including budget management, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and labor quantities, technical calculations, construction administration, compliance documentation, and regulatory analysis memos.
Coordinate, review, and issue building design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and 2D/3D illustrations for interpreting or presenting complex data, findings, or analyses.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations explaining research, concepts, and recommendations to address structural, design, and construction issues or opportunities.
Analyze and evaluate data from site investigations, providing input for developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Collaborate proactively with other engineers, professionals, and building authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
Stay current with the latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
Structural Engineer (SE) License or the ability to obtain one within one year.
7 to 10 years of relevant post-education experience in structural design, detailing, renovation, and/or seismic strengthening of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood/mass timber buildings in markets such as healthcare, higher education, civic, science and technology, lab sciences, federal, commercial, and/or residential.
Proficiency in lateral force-resisting system design, detailing, and knowledge of the International Building Code.
Proficient with structural engineering principles, practices, processes, and their application to project-related issues.
Experience with building structural planning, design, and construction administration, including involvement in rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects.
Well-defined knowledge of relevant structural codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and comparing them to appropriate regulations.
Project management experience with mid-level to large projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
Ability to plan and conduct observations and investigations of construction and design aspects of buildings, facilities, or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Demonstrated self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and provide guidance to junior team members, adhering strictly to QA/QC standards.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, structural software (e.g., ETABS, PERFORM 3D, RISA, RAM Structures, RAM Concept, CSI Safe), Building Information Modeling (BIM), math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other technology tools.
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge and reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, and statistical analysis.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
New design of healthcare facilities and/or renovation/rehabilitation of existing hospitals.
Active participation in national technical or non-technical committees or boards.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. We design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper.