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Designer II/III (Civil/Structural)

Richmond, VA 23219

Posted: 11/27/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 582499 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Pay: $50-58/hr
Overview:

Design, Draft and Review manual and electronic detailed structural or civil engineering drawings, such as structural steel or reinforced concrete drawings (plan, elevation, sections, details), site plans and grading plans (plan, elevation, cross sections, details), demolition drawings, layout drawings, and complex civil/structural shop and construction drawings. This position acts as a technical expert for civil/structural detailing and drafting and may coordinate and direct the work of other lower level designers as applicable. Will require construction site visits. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Civil/structural design support for multiple Power Generation generating stations
  • Preparation and review of civil/structural drawings in support of various power station engineering projects
  • Preparation and review of civil/structural drawing standards for Power Generation Engineering department
  • Develop topographical and plan and profile drawings from surveying notes/data
  • Perform site investigations as required
  • Provide construction support as required
  • Review and comment on 3rd party Vendor, Architect, and Engineer drawing submittals
  • Maintain & Update civil/structural drawing recor

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Bentley MicroStation CAD software experience
  • AutoCAD CAD software experience
  • Thorough knowledge of civil/structural engineering, design, & construction principles
  • Knowledge of applicable regulations, related codes, and standards
  • Knowledge of survey equipment operation and general survey principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with various software packages associated with surveying.
  • Thorough knowledge of American Concrete Institutes ACI Detailing Manual and American Institute of Steel Constructions Detailing for Steel Construction
  • Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work independently; to size, layout and detail structural steel and reinforced concrete components; to complete drawings for large and/or complex systems; and to research and implement new applications within the CADD system
  • Strong MicroStation skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills including but not limited to: Office, Word, Excel, Etc.
  • Strong math skills including geometry and trigonometry required to perform calculations as required
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Well-developed and effective interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to be on-time and present in (office environment)
  • Ability to be on-time and self-motivated in (remote environment)
  • Proficiency in ProjectWise drawing file management system (preferred)

Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge and ability to work with Microsoft suite tools
  • Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Teams, Webex, and other remote communication software

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Land survey experience

Preferred Years of Experience:
  • 5+ years of civil/structural design

Education:
  • Associates Degree Preferred (demonstrated related knowledge, skills, experience may be substituted for preferred education)

Industry experience:
  • Preferred experience in the utility industry (not required)

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.