Structural Engineer

BB&E is an employee-owned, full-service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering, and Program/Project Management Services to the Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is currently looking for a Structural Engineer to provide Structural Engineering design support services to support Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects and associated efforts undertaken by NAVFAC SE, Planning Design and Construction Directorate, Design Division (PDC4) at NAVFAC SE in Jacksonville, FL

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of building vertical and lateral force resisting systems, retaining structures, utility structures, or waterfront structures (piers, wharves, etc.) using DoD UFC or industry codes and standards including the International Building Code (IBC) and ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures; and design of structural elements using common building materials (concrete, steel, and masonry)
• Coordinate with team members to execute project scope, schedules, and budgets in conformance with the project and customer requirements
• Facilitate the minimization of project delays by providing technical reviews and recommendations when requested within predetermined timeframes
• Research codes, guidance, policies, procedures, processes, criteria and Federal laws and regulations and provide sound technical recommendations both verbally and in writing
• Apply innovative technical principles, practices and theories to the resolution of technical issues
• Coordinate with the Government client, NAVFAC team members, leadership, project stakeholders, and various regulatory agencies
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, make recommendations based on project requirements, coordinate workflow processes, schedule/coordinate plans of actions and milestones (POAMs) and effectively communicate findings to project personnel; provide written minutes for all meetings
• Review technical reports, RFIs, designs, design changes for both design-build and design bid build projects, project deliverables, submittals, cost proposals from contractors, etc. to ensure compliance with customer and RFP requirements
• Provide technical support for the review of the commissioning plan, design and construction submittals, and field inspections
• Provide technical support for the construction field activities
• Provide summaries of accomplishments during weekly meetings and in a prepared monthly status report
• Field investigations are excluded; no travel required

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain Secret Clearance (Tier 3 preferred) is required
• Certification: P.E. desired, but not required
• Knowledge
1. Demonstrated knowledge of broad-based engineering principles and versed in Structural Engineering
2. Sound understanding of technical concepts, principles and practices applicable to multi-disciplined engineering project design
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences; demonstrated experience in preparing correspondence, written reports, and in briefing management personnel
• Software: Proficiency using AutoCAD and/or Revit, etc. and MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to adapt to new software such as eCMS, MS Teams and Zoom may also be necessary

Experience & Education

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of Design Management and/or Design experience; demonstrated experience performing structural analysis and design of building vertical and lateral force resisting systems, retaining structures, utility structures, or waterfront structures (piers, wharves, etc.) using DoD UFC or industry codes and standards including the International Building Code (IBC) and ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures; and design of structural elements using common building materials (concrete, steel, and masonry)
•  Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus from an accredited Engineering college

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk/climb/kneel/crouch and remain in a stationary position/sit at least 60% of the time
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms
• Capable of lifting up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Ability to understand the speech of another person, speak clearly so listeners can understand, and talk or hear both in person and by telephone

• Salary range - $160,000-$165,000
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.