Project Engineer

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.
Success at SOM Means

• Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
• Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
• Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Responsibilities

• Preparation of construction documents and administration of the project through construction.
• Assists in developing structural engineering concepts incorporating planning, architecture, engineering, and other required systems. Promotes structural innovation.
• Assists team in selection and assessment of construction systems and determines the structural engineering requirements for the project.
• Works with Structural Senior Project Engineers in solution of complex problems in connection with the structural engineering design of projects.
• Implements project delivery approach to communicate design intent and scope throughout all project phases to meet Project Team requirements.
• Leads the production resources and schedules of documentation for agreed upon deliverables.
• Coordinates the work of structural staff engineers.
• Manages a collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the performance goals of the project.
• Performs and/or directs the structural engineering research and analysis required for the project.
• Develops thorough understanding of and provides major input in developing the design philosophy and strategy of the project, and can effectively convey this to assigned team members when appropriate.
• Proactively checks and coordinates project documents (including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination, calculations, analysis models) for compliance with the project's technical requirements.
• Supports project document control tasks and maintains quality control of such tasks in accordance with the overall and Structural Engineering QA/QC program and records management protocols. Leads Project efforts in implementing the Structural Engineering QA/QC program.
• Develops, coordinates, and reviews the technical specifications for the project in collaboration with the Project's Specification Writer.
• Leads efforts for archiving projects, following SOM protocols.
• Manages the implementation of the computer management program for the project utilizing the Project BIM Execution Plan. Promote digital innovation.
• When applicable, organizes and leads the structural engineering team's construction phase services scope with limited oversight from an Associate Principal, Senior Associate Principal or Principal including, but not limited to the following:
• Establishes with the Project Team the Construction Phase Services procedures for the project based on Contract requirements and monitors compliance of agreed upon protocols
• Supervises the review of shop drawings and other submittals for general conformance with design intent
• Attends construction meetings and performs site visits as per the project contract
• Supervises and coordinates responses to contractor questions, inquiries, RFI's, etc.
• Supervises and/or prepares field observation reports
• Makes appropriate value judgements with respect to field corrective work that supports the design concept and performance goals of the project
• Participates in firm-wide structural engineering committees and contributes to the advancement of activities led by these groups.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Actively leads a project team.
• Directly supervises, trains, and mentors team members.
• Engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews.
• Demonstrates leadership in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
• Creates and drives new ways of working through contributing to the development of services, standards, procedures based in an understanding of the business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in Structural Engineering.
• Licensed in state of practice; LEED accreditation preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of materials, detailing and construction techniques, structural engineering principles, codes and standards.
• General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead project teams and manage project schedule, budget and program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Project, Adobe Suite.
• Familiarity with structural engineering analysis and design software.

Are you ready to join a team of creative professionals working on transformational projects around the world? Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to build a better future with SOM.
Our Benefits:
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
Work/Life Balance: Hybrid/Flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $92000 - $125,000.
Our Culture:
Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you'll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.
We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy as well as additional information such as a privacy notice for California residents and how to apply offline.
For more about SOM:
Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.