Senior Structural Engineer

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer

Location: New York, NY 10001

Work Schedule: Normal business hour Monday to Friday

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Pay Rate: $70 to $80 per hour

Position Overview

Job Description

We are seeking talented Senior Structural Engineers for our New York Offices. The applicant should have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or structural engineering and the ability to obtain a PE license. The candidate will work under the direction of Our Partners and Project Managers in engineering design, structural analysis, and construction administration for a new reinforced concrete building, with portions structural steel. Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis and Nonlinear Analysis of Structures using SAP2000, ETABS, RAM Structural SAFE software, also AutoCAD, Revit, and parametric analysis software Grasshopper are a plus. This position is full-time and will be in-person in the office five days per week.

In the Firm

We encourages employees to become registered professional Engineers and Architects. We also encourage Engineers and Architects at all levels to obtain relevant certifications. Membership in professional societies and the writing of professional papers are supported by the firm.

We encourages the professional growth of its staff. Of the current partners in the company, several were hired by GMS directly after college. Our employee development and evaluations systems base our promotions on performance, skills, and potential of the candidate.

Roles & Responsibilities

Senior Structural Engineer responsibilities include:

• Design and analyze structural systems for a new building project.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineers to develop project designs.
• Assist in project management tasks such as coordination of internal and external comments and to-do items.
• Prepare detailed structural drawings and reports using software like AutoCAD and Revit.
• Review construction plans for accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Ensure projects comply with local building codes and regulations.
• During the construction phase, assist with review of submittals and RFI’s.
• Visit the construction site as required.

Other responsibilities may include:

• Assist entry/junior structural engineers.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited engineering program
• 3-10+ years of experience in structural engineering

Talent/Skills

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of structural analysis and design principles, along with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant engineering software. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines are essential. The role requires problem-solving skills, especially under pressure, along with strong project management abilities. A thorough knowledge of building codes, and industry standards is critical for ensuring that all projects meet or exceed expectations..