Senior Structural Engineer - Water Projects

Communities everywhere share the need for clean water. And as they work to meet that need, they’re facing new, more complex challenges every day. Our water professionals collaborate to contribute innovative ideas, guided by scientific rigor and a vision for sustainable growth. Every day, we’re helping communities improve, reuse, and protect our world’s most precious resource.Join our team to deliver transformational projects that will benefit future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.Your OpportunityAs a Senior Structural Engineer your role is to work with general supervision and direction on multiple projects, and as a team member on larger projects under the guidance of the Structural Engineering Manager, Project Manager, or Project Technical Lead. You will perform and develop evaluations, analyses, calculations, design drawings, recommendations, and specifications for engineered systems for projects in accordance with applicable codes and engineering standards/practices for a variety of both new construction and rehabilitation designs of hydraulic, environmental, industrial and general structures. You will lead and manage projects as a Structural Team Lead or Project Manager, and mentor younger engineers and EITs.The Senior Structural Engineer will act as an advisor; be engaged in Quality Control (QC) and Independent Technical Reviews (ITR); and be actively involved in meeting schedules and resolving problems to successfully deliver projects. Typical design projects may include spillways, dams, pumping stations, tanks, culverts, pipe systems, water & wastewater treatment facilities, and a variety of other water related structures.This position will be responsible for managing projects as related to scope development, schedule, and integration of other disciplines, CADD, subconsultants, and junior structural engineers. It is expected that the Senior Structural Engineer supports business development endeavors, client management, and the development of proposals and cost estimates in addition to the planning, design, and direction of structural engineering projects.Your Key ResponsibilitiesPerform preliminary and detailed structural analysis and design for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Reservoirs, other Hydraulic Containment Facilities, Industrial Structures, and Administrative BuildingsPerform a variety of tasks related to structural engineering in support of dams, flood protection, power, water resources, and water infrastructure projects.Design, analyze, and specify primarily reinforced concrete, masonry and structural steel systems and buildingsBe responsible for projects of varying complexity and size including oversight and ownership of design, analysis, and documentation, client interaction, and staff coordinationLead or support an engineering Team responsible for evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering all structural engineered systems or products for a projectLead or support an engineering Team responsible for the preparation and revisions to documentation in various structural phases including conceptual design, detailed design, and construction support.Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formatsUtilize computing technologies for the development of three-dimensional models of structural systems and provide markups for junior engineers/designersLead or support project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendorsParticipating in client project requirement meetings and value analysisAssist project technical leaders and project managers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and scheduleLead or support preparation, and coordination of the project specifications with construction documentsBe responsible for the preparation of structural calculations using company standard software, and proprietary manufacturer softwareAssist in the development of new standards and specifications for the structural groupWork on multiple projects, simultaneously with virtual teams as neededAssist in project administration including, writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs and, completing progress reports.Review Contractor’s shop drawing and submittals regarding structural work, investigating and developing engineered solutions to Contractor’s Requests for Information.Assist technical staff in field activities including, structural observations, monitoring, and other fieldworkWork in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.Your Capabilities and CredentialsRequisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codesGeneral understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specificationsStrong knowledge of structural systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standardsAbility to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness, manage time to meet project budgets and schedules and take responsibility for overall structural project workAbility to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thoughtAbility to mentor and develop junior staffThorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to othersAdvanced oral and written communication skills, provide examples of written communication abilityPresentation and interview skills are preferredRequires understanding of Microsoft Office SuiteRequires directing production of 3D models and 2D structural engineering drawings using Revit and AutoCadRequires experience using structural engineering/finite element analysis software such as STAAD, RAM, SAP2000, RISARequires heavy civil construction observation experienceWorking knowledge of ACI 318, ACI 350, IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 24, applicable local Codes and local ordinancesWorking knowledge of USACE Engineering Manuals related to stability of concrete structures, reinforced concrete hydraulic structures, hydraulic steel structures, floodwalls & retaining walls, and other relevant design manuals is preferred.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil or Structural Engineering required; master’s degree preferred.Professional Engineer License is required.Minimum of 10 years of experience.Experience with analysis, design, and inspection of spillways, spillway gates, locks, miter gates, and hydropower generation facilities, and/or design of water and wastewater treatment facilitiesPosition RequirementsTypical office environment, to be in person initially full time and in person a minimum of five days per week, working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Remote working provisions following an initial on-boarding period to depend on project and Client requirements and supervisory requirements.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 with or without notice.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.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 agreementsPrimary Location: United States | KY | LexingtonOther Locations: United States | TN | NashvilleOrganization: 2243 Water-US Delivery-Lexington KYEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Individual contributorBusiness Justification: ReplacementTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 19/05/2026 02:05:23Req ID: 1002848#additionalStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.