Lead Structural Engineer

Hollywood, Florida, United States

• Category: Structural Engineering

Description

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Overview

Lead Structural Engineer - Buildings - Remote based in Florida (Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Hollywood, FL)

At NV5, we are a team of talented professionals, engineers, and consultants who are builders, problem solvers, and champions for our communities and clients. Our mission is to empower every employee who strives to make a lasting, positive impact on our communities' future.

Our Building Design Group offers comprehensive structural engineering for commercial and multifamily residential spaces. We have built a unique working environment that values cooperation and promotes solid teamwork. As a result, when you enter our office, you won’t find calculator-pushers who keep to themselves and hide behind cubicle walls. Instead, you’ll find our engineers collaborating on projects and loving what they do. Their passion for their work clearly shows in the quality of our designs.

Here are a few facts about our Building Design Group:

Over 90% of our customers return to the firm with new projects, which is a sign of our unwavering commitment to client services.

We use the latest in engineering consulting tools, from analysis software to computer-aided drafting and Building Information Modeling (BIM).

We recognize the importance of ‘Green’ building practices and members of our staff are LEED AP certified.

Responsibilities

As our Lead Structural Engineer, you will be hands-on with technical design of buildings projects, oversee multiple projects simultaneously including budgeting, scheduling, and client management & communication, and attend project sites and client meetings.

Collaborate with teams of engineers and architects to complete project deliverables.

Coordinate design work with other engineering and architectural disciplines.

Meet client expectations for budget and schedule while delivering a quality product.

Increase proficiency in relevant design, modeling, and analysis software applications such as Revit, ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, RAM Concept, Enercalc, Excel, SteelSmart, and Simpson CFS Designer.

Increase your knowledge of local codes and industry standards.

Assist with budget estimates and write-ups for proposals.

Join us and take charge of your career, creating your own growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come.

Qualifications

We are seeking the following experience and qualifications:

B.S. Degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, M.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred.

FL Professional Engineering (PE) license is a must.

7+ years of relevant structural engineering design experience (Concrete, Steel, Masonry, Wood).

Knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction practices specific to high-seismic regions.

Technical skills: Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, RAM Concept, Enercalc, Excel).

Experience assembling calculation packages for submittal to agencies (DSA and HCAI a plus).

Revit experience including modeling and producing construction drawings is preferred.

Experience with seismic evaluations and retrofits per ASCE 41 a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may include restricted stock units, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, PTO, 401(k), unlimited FTO (Flexible Time Off) and professional development opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: NV5 Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than passive & active candidates and employee referrals. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to NV5 or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by NV5's internal Talent Acquisition team seeking 3rd party sourcing assistance. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement and given permission to represent NV5 to candidates on a particular search, NV5 will not owe any referral or other fees with respect to the unsolicited submission.

Company

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NV5

Visionary is not a term typically associated with technical  and engineering professionals. Yet for 65 years, NV5 has anticipated the changes that would impact our clients and has expanded our capabilities in order to deliver sustainable solutions for the built environment.

“Beyond Engineering” describes not only the services we provide, but also our business philosophy.  It explains how we treat our clients and our attention to their needs.  It describes how we establish relationships that go beyond the realm of the project at hand, our commitment to sustainability, our involvement in our communities and the variety of services we provide.

NV5 offers value solutions for public and private infrastructure, real estate and the environment.  Clients include federal, state, municipal and local governments as well as private property owners and quasi-public agencies for the fields of education, healthcare and energy and utilities.

Projects consist of the planning, design, permitting, inspection and field supervision, and management oversight of transportation systems, water/wastewater systems, sports facilities, military base renovations, utilities expansion, renewable energy, and education and healthcare facilities.  Outsourcing, forensic engineering, litigation support, condition assessment and compliance certification are other services provided for projects of the same type.