Terracon

Senior Engineer

Terracon$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 9+ years of structural engineering experience
  • Professional Engineer licensure (PE) transferable to Virginia
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering required, MS preferred
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable record
  • Experience in challenging environments such as high-rise facades and roofs

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering consultations for new and existing building projects
  • Collaborate with diverse clients including architects and contractors
  • Oversee design and preparation of construction documents
  • Develop proposals detailing scope, fees, and schedules
  • Prepare professional reports summarizing technical findings
  • Lead and coordinate multi-discipline engineering teams
  • Mentor junior staff in structural services

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • Engagement in diverse and exciting projects
  • Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team
  • Focus on quality and ethical service delivery
  • Involvement in business development efforts
Full Job Description
Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer to help grow our Engineering Team. This position will specialize in the design, investigation, and rehabilitation of building structures and building enclosures. This position will support our existing offices located in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.

We provide room for growth and significant responsibilities ranging from client development to ensuring successful project delivery. We focus primarily on design and consulting, where you'll be joining a team that also works directly with our Architects, Owners, Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineers. For us, quality and doing what's right for our people and our clients is key. If you are up for an exciting and challenging opportunity and career, we look forward to visiting with you!

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Provide engineering and consulting services on a variety of projects including the structural design for new and existing buildings; the investigation of buildings for structural and materials failures, for condition assessments, and for analytical studies; analysis and design for the rehabilitation of existing and historic buildings; and structural design for specialty structures and preparation of structural shop drawings.
  • Work closely with a variety of clients, including Architects, Landscape Architects, Civil Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Private and Public Company Owners, Local and State Government, Private and Public Educational Institutions, Recreational and Cultural Entities, Real Estate and Land Development, General Contractors, and Subcontractors.
  • Provide design expertise to perform and/or oversee the design and preparation of construction documents that are related to the variety of projects within this office.
  • Develop and prepare proposals for Professional Services that include a detailed scope of services, establishment of fees, and project schedule.
  • Prepare and write reports that are professional in language with a logical presentation of technical ideas and recommendations.
  • Lead multi-discipline building engineering professionals including junior to senior level staff. Coordinates departmental personnel, equipment and technical experts across the company to complete assigned projects within schedule and budget constraints.
  • Supervise and mentor junior and/or less-experienced Facilities Professionals to cross-train on structural services.
  • Be actively involved in one or more technical/professional associations.
  • Participate in Group and Office business development efforts working with existing clients to obtain additional work and developing new clients.


Responsibilities

Requirements:
  • 9+ years' experience in structural engineering, review, and assessments
  • Professional Engineer licensure (PE), transferable by comity to Virginia
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering is required. MS degree is preferred
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record


Qualifications

Preferred:
  • Experience working safely in challenging environments including crawlspaces, suspended scaffolding, vertical heights, mid- to high-rise building facades and roofs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to summarize observations, conclusions and work requirements in both text and drawings.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Prior experience with industry analytical and drafting tools is preferred. Revit proficiency is highly preferred.


About the Team

From general practitioners to specialists, our national Facilities professionals know facility systems from curb to rooftop. As a member of our team, you'll join licensed architects and engineers delivering services for new construction and existing facilities including building enclosure consulting and testing, facility asset management, due diligence, ADA and accessibility consulting, facility condition assessments, and more. Be it one parking lot or a 100-building portfolio, we create sustainable options for our clients' buildings, assess and extend service life where applicable, increase performance, and help them maximize the value of their capital expenditures.

About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ

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