Structural Project Engineer

Project Engineer Structural / Building Restoration

Location: South Florida



Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications



Job Type: Full-time About the Position

We are looking for a Project Engineer to work on projects involving the inspection, repair, and improvement of existing buildings and structures.

This person will be involved in a project from the beginning-visiting the site, identifying problems, helping develop repair solutions, preparing engineering documents, working with contractors, and helping make sure the work is completed properly.

This is a good opportunity for an engineer who wants to gain experience in both engineering and construction rather than spending all of their time doing calculations or office-based design work.

What Will You Do? 1. Inspect Buildings and Structures

You will visit construction sites and existing buildings to look for problems such as:

• Concrete damage
• Structural deterioration
• Cracks and other defects
• Water or moisture problems
• Exterior building problems
• Other construction-related deficiencies

You will document what you find and help determine what needs to be repaired.

2. Develop Repair Solutions

After identifying a problem, you will help determine:

• What caused the problem
• How it should be repaired
• What materials or repair systems should be used
• How the repair should be performed

You may need to research building codes, construction standards, manufacturers' requirements, and appropriate repair methods.

3. Prepare Engineering Documents

You will help prepare and review:

• Repair drawings
• Engineering reports
• Construction documents
• Technical specifications
• Permit documents
• Bid documents
• Project specifications

The documents need to be clear and practical so that contractors can understand and execute the work correctly.

4. Work With Contractors and Other Professionals

You will communicate with:

• Building owners/clients
• Contractors
• Architects
• Other engineers
• Consultants
• Internal team members

You may also review contractor questions, drawings, material information, and other project documents.

5. Monitor Construction

During construction, you may visit the site to check whether the work is being performed according to the approved plans and specifications.

You may also:

• Attend project meetings
• Review contractor submissions
• Respond to RFIs/questions
• Perform inspections
• Document construction progress
• Identify problems and help resolve them

6. Help Manage Projects

You will help keep projects organized and on track, including:

• Project schedules
• Budgets
• Communication
• Quality
• Client expectations
• Contractor coordination

You may work on multiple projects at the same time, so strong organization is important.

What Are We Looking For? Required / Preferred Background

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering field
• Approximately 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience with structural engineering, construction, restoration, concrete repair, building inspections, or building-envelope work is preferred
• Ability to read and understand engineering/construction drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable communicating with contractors, clients, architects, and other professionals
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Additional Advantages

The following would make a candidate more attractive:

• EIT certification
• Florida engineering experience
• Florida PE license
• Working toward a PE license
• Structural restoration experience
• Concrete repair experience
• Building-envelope experience
• Field inspection experience
• Construction administration experience
• Special inspection experience
• Experience preparing repair drawings and specifications

What Type of Person Would Be a Good Fit?

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Likes both engineering and construction
• Doesn't mind visiting construction sites
• Can communicate professionally with different people
• Is comfortable taking responsibility for projects
• Pays close attention to details
• Can solve problems independently
• Wants to develop into a senior engineer/project leader over time