**Overview:** **Universal Engineering Sciences** (UES) has an opening in our Building Inspection Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope. **Summary** The Senior Structural Engineer has a key role, responsible for the evaluation of existing conditions, the design of structural repair and envelope of protection systems, the management of bidding and construction processes, field observation/verification of work in process, and close client and contractor interaction. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued. **Qualifications** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions **Physical Demands & Work Environment** · Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing, with or without reasonable accommodation · Lifting and/or moving up to thirty-five pounds regularly is expected, and up to seventy-five pounds on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation · This job is located in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions · Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles. · This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** + Lead the design and analysis of structural components and systems for various types of buildings + Preparing engineering calculations, drawings and specifications + Review and approve project submittals, shop drawings, and material specifications + Perform advanced structural analysis and design using appropriate software and techniques + Develop and review engineering plans, drawings and specifications + Conduct field inspections and provide technical support during construction phases + Ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards + Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless project execution + Prepare and present technical reports and project proposal to clients and managements + Manage project schedules, budget, and resources effectively + Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and interns + Stay updated with the latest industry standards, codes and technologies + Other duties may be assigned **Required Qualifications:** + Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria), may or may not be required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role + Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification) + Understands construction specifications and engineering data reports + Must be able to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications + Ability to read and write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as writing routine reports and correspondence and speaking effectively with colleagues, Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and the ability to learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reports + Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals + Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form **Preferred Qualifications:** + Previous experience completing structural inspections + Active Professional Engineer (P.E. License) + Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or structural engineering + 7+ years' experience in the industry + Proficiency in structural analysis software + Strong knowledge of relevant code and standards + Strong communication and interpersonal skills + Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities + Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously **Who We Are:** UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level. **Growing in Excellence** As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 73 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us. **Why Work at UES?** We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here (https://teamues-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/p/sbielefeldt/EbEUX7QyRi9Np7gALiJOZlkBNwVgknUxkYY7P7dcARIV9Q?e=XogND6) to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace **. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.** Check out our website: teamues.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/universal-engineering-sciences-inc/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/universalengineeringsciences/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/universal\_engineering\_sciences/) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/UniversalEngSci) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXK2FHVTcS5o9uLEKO7RuYg) \#GroundedInExcellence _EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job._ **Team:** Building Inspection Department **Work Type:** Part-Time **Location Type:** onsite