Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Huitt-Zollars Inc.

dental insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Virginia, Alexandria

Jun 03, 2025

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Description

Structural Engineer

Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for a Structural Engineer at our National Capital Region office. The successful candidate will be a registered Professional Engineer with experience designing structural elements such as framing and foundation systems for buildings, retaining walls, minor bridges and culverts, and other misc. support structures. The candidate will work in a team environment on federal, institutional, commercial, transportation, transit, and public works projects.

Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Professional Engineer License or SE

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and Master's Degree focused on Structural Engineering

Duties:

Design engineering of vertical structures for commercial & institutional projects, transportation and transit systems, federal and public works projects

Perform structural analysis and prepare design calculations

Develop structural details and construction plans using Revit

Provides input and technical guidance to BIM and CADD Designer/Drafters and other project staff

Work closely with Engineers and other disciplines to assure coordinated design systems

Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration process

Key Responsibilities:

Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.

Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market.

Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service.

Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.

Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.

Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team.

Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm.

Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects.

Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met.

Role Competencies:

Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.

Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.

Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.

Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.

Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer required, Structural Engineer License a plus

(5+) years' experience in Structural Engineering, designing projects in the state health care market, higher education market, federal or public works or seismic upgrade of existing buildings

Understanding of International Building Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, AISC Steel Construction Manual, AISC Seismic Design Manual and other material design codes

Understanding of UFC is a plus

Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members

Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars:

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.

Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks:

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

MDLive Telehealth

Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities

Paid Vacation/Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements

Term Life / AD&D insurance

Cancer and Specified Disease insurance

Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.