Lead Structural Engineer (Buildings)

WSP in the U.S. · Salt Lake City, UT · 1 wk ago

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

About the role

This position provides high-level technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and construction of building and infrastructure projects in the public and private sector. Responsibilities include research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of load-bearing structures or structural elements while ensuring quality, safety, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Apply high-level structural engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various building project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
Perform professional structural engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, infrastructure, transportation channels, and operations to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; prepare construction safety and phasing plans, and update layout plans requiring coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Manage design, construction, rehabilitation, and remediation of building and infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring durability of materials and structural soundness from environmental or human-influenced loads and pressures.
Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to ensure safety and functionality for end-users and transportation systems while implementing future-ready solutions.
Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, and compliance documentation.
Coordinate, review, and approve building and infrastructure design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Prepare data 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, environmental, 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.
Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Collaborate proactively with engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
Remain current in 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 closely related discipline.
7 to 10 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior structural or civil design experience.
Professional Engineer license required.
Proficient with structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to project work-related issues.
Knowledge and experience with building structural planning, design, and construction management, including involvement in rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects.
Working knowledge of sustainability concepts and reducing or eliminating hazardous substances/greenhouse gas emissions.
Specific knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving engineering principles, understand plans and specifications, and compare findings to regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations related to the construction and design 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.
Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, adhering strictly to QA/QC standards.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, structural software (such as ETABS or RAM), Building Information Modeling (BIM), math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and 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.
Demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating and directing subcontractors and others to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering (structural).
Structural Engineering (SE) license.

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.