What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront, Chesapeake) position at Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company?
Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront, Chesapeake)
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
- Structural Engineer - Maritime
- Waterfront Structural Engineer
- Ports & Marine Infrastructure Engineer
- Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
Chesapeake, VA
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite (mostly in-office with some site visits; optional 9/80 schedule)Contract Details
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 12 months
- Start: As Soon As Possible
- Lead structural design from conceptual phase through completion for marine structures including piers, wharfs, bulkheads, fender systems, and related infrastructure.
- Adapt structural plans based on budgets, design factors, and client needs while ensuring high-quality engineering output.
- Apply expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures.
- Develop non-standard design solutions for complex engineering challenges.
- Perform quality reviews of production drawings and ensure QA/QC standards are met.
- Participate in development of project fees, schedules, scopes, and staffing plans.
- Manage construction planning and change orders effectively.
- Provide leadership and guidance to engineering team members; mentor less experienced engineers.
- Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
- Support and participate in construction administration including coordination with field personnel, issue resolution, inspections, testing, and calculations.
- Build effective relationships with clients, contractors, port authorities, shipyards, shipping lines, and terminal operators.
- Lead development of cost proposals and qualification statements to support business growth.
- Participate in sales and marketing initiatives and identify key pursuits.
- Ensure customer satisfaction goals are consistently met.
- Lead field inspections, installations, and analyses for both public and private clients.
- Ensure compliance with company and site-specific safety policies.
- Perform other assigned duties while maintaining adherence to all company standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program, FE exam completion, PE license, and minimum 7 years of structural engineering experience
— OR —
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years of experience. - Experience leading design of large projects and delegating tasks to team members.
- EPC (Engineer Procure Construct) project experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of structural design codes (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE-7).
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated critical-thinking, problem-solving ability, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to perform detailed quality reviews and travel as required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Marine/waterfront structural design expertise
- Strong knowledge of structural codes (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE-7)
- Leadership of complex engineering projects
- EPC project experience
- Field inspection and construction administration familiarity
- Experience preparing technical reports and QA/QC reviews
- Ability to mentor junior engineers
- Waterfront project experience
- Ability to find non-standard design solutions
- Cost proposal development
- Budget and schedule reporting
- Collaboration across disciplines
- Strong attention to detail
- Team building and facilitation skills
- Ability to resolve design-related installation issues
- 9/80 schedule availability
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
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