Civil Structural Design Checker

Job Title: Civil/Structural Design Checker
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: FT or PT, Hourly, Non-exempt

Company Overview:

GIS is a premier energy services company delivering comprehensive solutions across the evolving energy landscape. While rooted in over 75 years of excellence in offshore and onshore construction and maintenance within the oil and gas industry, GIS has expanded its capabilities to include large-scale utility solar farm construction projects. Our continued commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence allows us to support both traditional and renewable energy sectors with the same trusted expertise.

Position Summary:

The Civil / Structural Design Checker functions as a senior-level design checker and technical authority within the civil/structural design organization. This role is primarily responsible for the independent, detailed review, verification, and approval of civil and structural design deliverables prepared by other designers. Emphasis is placed on quality control, technical accuracy, constructability, and strict adherence to GIS engineering standards and project-specific requirements.

With 20–25 years of progressive civil/structural design experience, the Designer V brings deep technical judgment and practical field awareness to ensure design integrity prior to issuance. While this position is not intended to be production-focused, the Designer V may be assigned limited-scope design tasks, specialty reviews, or corrective design efforts as required to resolve complex issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform independent, comprehensive checking of civil and structural drawings, models, and design packages produced by Designers I–IV.
• Serve as the final technical reviewer and approver for civil/structural design deliverables prior to internal or external release.
• Identify design errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and constructability concerns and provide clear corrective guidance.
• Ensure full compliance with GIS drafting standards, modeling workflows, engineering practices, and project specifications.
• Review interdisciplinary interfaces to confirm coordination and clash-free design execution.
• Provide technical mentorship and oversight to designers, reinforcing best practices and quality expectations.
• Support Engineering Managers and Project Managers with technical risk identification and resolution strategies.
• Participate in constructability reviews and support field-driven design clarifications.
• Perform limited corrective or specialty design tasks when required to address technical gaps or complex conditions.
• Assist with design planning, workload forecasting, and verification of design-hour estimates as requested.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality assurance, safety, consistency, and technical excellence across all projects.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 20–25 years of progressive civil/structural design experience, including extensive experience checking and approving design work.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field a plus but not required.
• Associate degree in Drafting / Design Technology preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD, advanced 3D modeling platforms, and scan-data software (e.g., LFM, point clouds).
• Master-level understanding of civil and structural design principles, constructability, and industrial project execution.
• Proven expertise in independent design checking, verification, and quality control.
• Exceptional ability to interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and complex technical documentation.
• Strong ability to identify high-risk design issues and implement practical, constructible solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring designers and enforcing consistent technical standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple reviews and deadlines.
• Clear, concise communication skills for documenting comments and explaining technical decisions.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, safety, and adherence to GIS standards.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office setting. The role may require occasional travel.
• Physical Demands: This role requires the ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

EEOC Statement:

GIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship?

Work Location: In person