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Senior Structural Engineer (Vertical Focus)

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026
Responsibilities

This position requires operating in Responsible Charge for the engineering of multistory structures of varying degrees of complexity including directing the efforts of other engineers to perform and deliver specific engineering deliverables; review of work performed by other engineers; and sealing reports, calculations, and plans.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):

  • Serve as Engineer of Record for design-build projects and perform or lead all structural engineering efforts required to move projects from first client contact through completion of construction.
  • Coordinate structural design with architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and other design disciplines and internal operations, scheduling, and procurement teams.
  • Prepare Structural Narratives, Schematic Designs, and Construction Documents.
  • Prepare 2D and 3D structural analysis models.
  • Prepare detailed models and drawings utilizing Revit.
  • Perform Construction Administration duties such as delegated design review, shop drawing review, RFI review and response, and perform pre-pour and other site visits as required.
  • Evaluate work that may be out of specification such as misplaced foundations and columns, distressed members, cracked concrete, misalignments, insufficient concrete breaks, and similar issues. Develop remediations for work performed by Brasfield and Gorrie. Review proposed remediations for work performed by subcontractors.
  • Perform design assist and value engineering reviews of structural systems, including foundations, framing systems, and delegated components.
  • Evaluate existing and proposed permanent structures for temporary loads and conditions including pump trucks, cranes, lifts and other equipment on structures.
  • Prepare and seal appropriate analysis, calculations, details, plans, drawings, quantities, specifications, and reports as required to fulfill the responsibilities and duties above.
  • Perform quality control reviews of the plans, calculations, and other documentation prepared by other engineers employed by Brasfield & Gorrie or by external consultant engineers.
  • Develop staff work plans and provide daily supervision of staff.
  • Mentor and train staff.

Qualifications

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field
  • 12 years of engineering & design experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Professional Engineering Licensure within 6 months of hire
  • Expertise designing to the requirements of IBC, ASCE, AISC ACI, and/or other similar industry specifications.
  • Expertise in the analysis and design of multi-story reinforced concrete and/or structural steel frames. Experience with reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, HSS, cold formed steel, timber, masonry, and foundation analysis and design is desired.
  • Expertise in designing multifamily and similar structures. Experience designing commercial, federal, healthcare, life science, industrial, mission critical, parking, and other structures is desired.
  • Solid engineering judgment and reasoning
  • Ability to tactfully advocate professional opinion and elevate unresolved issues as needed to resolve conflicts
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral communications, and written communications skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal and external project teams
  • Innovative, entrepreneurial, strategic, and service oriented attitude
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Willingness to travel, as it may be required

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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