Lead Structural Engineer
Functions as a technical specialist or in a lead role. Under general direction, develops and applies advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to complex engineering problems. May provide technical guidance over a group or supervise engineering staff on projects of low to medium complexity. May be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting specialist / technical output.
As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our three market sectors- Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards :
- Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies
- Assists in developing, maintaining and updating engineering standards
- Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines
Quality / Continuous Improvement :
Independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasksMay be responsible for ensuring compliance with Black and Veatch quality programProvides related guidance and direction to othersSupports continuous improvement and change management effortsEngineering Production :
Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projectsPerforms complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and / or materials selectionOversees collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering workPrepares complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principlesManages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirementsIndependently applies advanced engineering techniques and analysis problems and methodsReviews lower level engineering work or assignmentsIs responsible for one or more of the following :leading larger production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a projectProject Coordination :
Actively coordinates with all other internal / external team members on moderately complex projectsClient Focus :
Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers on moderately complex projects and may determine the key clients in some instancesCommunicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on moderately complex projectsMay offer other services to the clientsTypically provides support to business development or pursuit activitiesKnowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology :
Serves as a technical specialist and has knowledge and skill set to provide consultation and guidance to project teams in a particular practice areaTypically supports multiple projects on the complex technical challengesActively fosters knowledge management and provides mentoringDevelops and applies advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unique engineering problemsPeople Management - (supervision, career development, training, mentoring) :
Typically assists with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions requiredMay participate in career planning, and learning and developmentResource Management - (budgets, tools, processes, project support) :
Implements resource management strategyManages engineering resources for small groups of a single disciplineAdministrative :
Administrative responsibilities may include office administrationEnsures policies, procedures, and processes are effectively implemented and communicated for workgroupEnsures adherence to corporate and division programsMay approve timesheets and expense reportsManagement Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Written Communications, Drive For Results, Priority Setting, Planning, Delegation, Directing Others, Conflict Management, Informing, Listening, Dealing with Ambiguity, And Building Effective TeamsAdvanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering disciplineMinimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 8 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any / all of the following : criminal / civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Certifications
Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit
of such registrationWork Environment / Physical Demands
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Courage
Directs work
Instills trust
Interpersonal savvy
Organizational savvy
Customer focus
Decision quality