Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (structural focus preferred)
Minimum 8 years of related experience
At least 4 years in precast concrete or civil construction preferred
Direct precast or concrete industry experience is a plus
Responsibilities
Develop project schedules in collaboration with project requirements and plant scheduler
Provide training and guidance to employees for professional skill development
Generate designs and drawings for precast concrete systems from construction documents
Manage design and drafting of multiple projects using internal or external resources
Interface with sales, estimating, project management, and customers to create engineering packages
Support Sales Department with technical assistance for project development
Participate in the Engineering Standards Committee to develop design standards
Evaluate staffing and performance for input to the Engineering Manager
Ensure field inspections are performed and write Observation Reports
Collaborate with Engineering Manager on monthly revenue reports and cost reviews
Benefits
Onsite position based in Petersburg, Virginia
Opportunity to lead and mentor less experienced engineers
Engagement in company-wide design and detailing standards development
Involvement in diverse projects with varying complexities
Supportive environment for professional growth and skill enhancement
Full Job Description
Summary of Primary Functions: Responsible for the design of complex projects while managing the engineering phase of a project interfacing with Project Management, Division, Engineering, the design team, as well as the General Contractor. May also lead less experienced engineers to complete all tasks for a given project.
This is an Onsite position based out of Petersburg, Virginia.
Develops project schedules for the engineering department working in conjunction with the project requirements and the plant scheduler, identifying resource requirements.
Provide employees with the proper training, guidance, and motivation for the development of professional skills as required to meet the company's organizational needs.
Responsible for generating designs and drawings for the precast concrete system from construction documents consisting of architectural and structural drawings and specifications. Certain projects may be designed from conceptual information only.
Responsible for managing the design and drafting of several projects at a time, either with internal resources or utilizing outside resources.
Interfaces with sales, estimating, project management, and operations as well as the customer to accomplish the generation of an engineering package. Completing submittal and approval of design, supplying plant with details and information for fabrication, supplying erector with plans and information for construction, and resolving any conflicts, issues, or questions that may arise in these areas.
Supports the Sales Department by providing technical assistance in the development of the project score and details.
Actively participates as a member of the Engineering Standards Committee in the development of company-wide design and detailing standards.
Evaluates staffing, training, and performance appraisals for input to the Engineering Manager.
Responsible for ensuring field inspections on projects are performed which include writing Observation Reports along with development and tracking of field repairs.
Works with the Engineering Manager to generate monthly revenue reports and reviews costs as required by accounting for the development of the month-end profit/loss statements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications or Qualifications:
Certificates, Licenses, Registration: PE required.
Education: Civil Engineering Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required: with a structural focus preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of related experience is required, with at least 4 years of experience in the precast concrete, concrete construction, civil construction, or related construction industry preferred. Direct precast or concrete industry experience is highly desirable but not required.
