Senior Structural Engineer

Job Description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world.


When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.


If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation

Your Opportunity

The role of a Senior Structural Engineer is to lead engineering teams on large projects. They will be responsible for preparing designs and ensuring the development and delivery of successful structural projects such as bridges, highway interchanges, roadway reconstruction, subway stations, railroad infrastructure and public spaces.

The Senior Structural Engineer will provide mentoring, act as an advisor and may become actively involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems.

The Senior Structural Engineer will be responsible for managing the scope and integration of subcontractors and employees. It is expected that the Senior Structural Engineer will support business development and the delivery of proposals. Plan, design, and direct structural engineering projects. Provides resources and schedules in response to specified completion dates and technical applications. Prepares proposals and cost estimates and evaluate all project progress and recommend changes, if needed, in final procedures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manages projects completely, as it relates to the planning and delivery of the work
• Responsible for the review and sealing of projects
• Supervises the work of other engineers
• Leads the preparation and coordination of the project plans, calculations, and specifications
• Liaises with clients, agencies and others to obtain and determine project requirements and approvals
• Performs on technically complex projects and acts as a technical resource by providing guidance to other team members
• Stays up to date on regulatory changes and may establish working relationships with regulatory officials
• May write and negotiate proposals as project issues arise with clients or reviewing agencies

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Efficient project management of multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production
• Technical expert in all relevant areas of design and understanding of various design methods
• Thorough understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and any relevant design software
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others
• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering or related field is required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in state of Ohio is required.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience is required.

Position will primarily work in an office setting and may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time

About Stantec


Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

About the Team

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements