Employment

Construction Manager Opportunity

Posted Date: 2/21/2020

raSmith is a consulting civil engineering and land surveying company dedicated to our clients, employees and profession. Our clients come to us for creative and effective solutions for their projects. Our work includes both private and public sector projects in land development, transportation/traffic, structural, municipal and ecological areas. We work on projects nationwide from our eight locations in Wisconsin, Illinois and California.

We currently have an opening for a Construction Manager in our Brookfield, WI market. The successful candidate will work with the Project Managers to help direct and coordinate construction inspection of raSmith projects. The essential duties are:

• Leading the technical aspects of the project through innovative and creative solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure client satisfaction
• Creating and maintaining project schedules with Project Managers, staying on top of project budgets and directing engineers and technicians involved with projects
• Planning and executing QA/QC plans for individual projects and representing the firm at meetings and conferences to resolve issues and coordinate work
• Maintaining client relationships, coordinating inspection of municipal or WISDOT projects and supervising compliance with specifications

Qualifications for the position include:

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in construction design based engineering and construction inspection
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Wisconsin is preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D software is also highly preferred

Our corporate culture focused on client service, quality and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do, as well as our friendly/family atmosphere that has led us to receive numerous awards, for both innovative projects as well as local and national recognition as a top employer.

Our firm is dedicated to finding quality candidates at all levels in all areas and we offer a generous compensation and a broad-based benefit package which includes the following:

• Health/dental/vision insurance options for you and your family
• Health care and dependent care (HSA, FSA) reimbursement accounts
• Paid Time Off and Holiday programs
• 401(k) Plan with immediate employee participation and a generous Company Match
• Tuition and Professional Licensure/Certification Reimbursement programs

At raSmith, we offer our employees more than just a job; we offer an opportunity to shape the world for generations to come through innovation and design. You are invited to visit our website at: www.rasmith.com to learn more about our people and organization.

We are proud to be an EOE/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disabled employer.

Senior Structural Engineer

Posted Date: 2/21/2020

SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 15 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond— develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces.

The Madison or Milwaukee office of SmithGroup is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Provide leadership and help to build a structural engineering team.
• Perform structural analysis, design and documentation of buildings, site structures, architectural features, earth retention systems, sheet pile, and complex projects involving interdisciplinary project teams. Waterfront and marine structure experience is a plus.
• Develop structural designs for structures of various materials that experience multiple loading conditions that could include extreme loading (high wind, heavy snow, ice, high seismic, blast, progressive collapse, etc.)
• Create and develop innovative planning and design concepts for projects through collaboration with architectural and site design leaders.
• Independently assess design requirements, determine level of effort and provide input on scheduling and fees. Manage and monitor structural and budget performance of projects.
• Revise, review, and coordinate construction documents (drawings and specifications) to meet project requirements.
• Lead quality assurance reviews of projects developed by other teams.
• Direct and manage team’s construction administration including site visits as required for observation, answering contractor questions, or representing the owner in reviewing completed work.
• Prepare presentation drawings, assist in developing proposal materials and participate in presentations both internally and externally.
• Supervise, mentor and train Structural Engineers, CAD/Structural techs, interns and junior staff.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering or equivalent. Master’s degree in Structural or Architectural Engineering preferred.
• 12+ years of structural and civil engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) required. Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with team members in other disciplines, consultants, and clients.
• A working knowledge of the design and construction process, project administration and administration procedures.
• Proficiency with REVIT, Structural Analysis Programs, and the Microsoft Office Suite, experience with CAD is a plus.
• Interest in and active participation in professional societies a plus.

SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and continuing educational reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, and pay for 8 federal holidays. We also offer an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays) to help with work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.

Civil Engineer

Posted Date: 2/21/2020

SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 15 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond— develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces.

The Madison or Milwaukee office of SmithGroup is looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Prepare civil engineering designs, including project plan and specification production, utility system layout and analysis, site grading, erosion control plans and other site related features.
• Lead projects and serve as the project civil engineer ensuring that the technical aspects of the project meet the quality expectations while complementing the design intent.
• Collaborate with other civil engineers, site design professionals and permitting specialists as well as architects, building engineers, and planners.
• Produce civil engineering designs, including preparing project plans and specifications for site development or redevelopment of educational, medical, research, commercial and public facilities.
• Provide guidance and mentor junior civil engineering staff.
• Perform site reviews, construction site visits, and coordinate all aspects of Construction Administration.
• Communicate with clients, sub-consultants, contractors, and all government levels of regulatory agencies regarding engineering, permitting and site development issues.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 -8 years of design experience working as a Civil Engineer.
• LEED AP preferred. Professional Registration preferred or can become registered.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D programs; stormwater modeling experience a plus.
• Ability to multi-task under rigid deadlines.
• Proven expertise in sustainable design and green infrastructure including water resources, stream/river restoration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excels in the ability to work with clients and colleagues at all levels.

SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and continuing educational reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, and pay for 8 federal holidays. We also offer an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays) to help with work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.

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