Licensed Structural Engineer - Building Enclosure

Application Instructions
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To be considered for this exciting opportunity, submission of a resume and cover letter is required at the time of application. Please note, Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Location
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Alexandria, VA

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is seeking a licensed structural engineer to join its team in picturesque Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. With opportunities to participate in all phases of the architectural and engineering processes—from investigation to design to construction administration—you’ll be expected to understand how buildings are constructed, and why they fail. At Hoffmann, close professional relationships among a smaller group of colleagues foster camaraderie, mentorship, and innovation.

Senior and mid‑level architects and engineers work side‑by‑side with recent graduates to solve complex building enclosure problems.

Since 1977, Hoffmann has specialized in the rehabilitation, preservation, and design detailing of facades, roofs, plazas/terraces, parking garages, and historic/landmark structures. With offices in CT, NY, and VA, Hoffmann is an award‑winning specialty architectural and engineering firm that has built a reputation for excellence by resolving building exterior distress at major symbols of the country’s architectural heritage, such as the United States Capitol building, the Smithsonian Institution, the Chrysler Building, and the New York Stock Exchange.

As project lead, the Project Engineer/Senior Engineer has overall project management responsibility for both routine and complex projects. This role is the primary point of contact for the client and is responsible for schedule, budget, and design of the project.

• Communicate task assignments and expectations to each team member.
• Monitor team members' efficiency and respond to changes in team staffing requirements.
• Direct and coordinate consultants.
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff.
• Provide performance review input to the office director for project team members.

• Establish and adhere to project budget, schedule, and milestones.
• Conduct meetings and communicate regularly with clients to provide design guidance and report on project progress.
• Research building materials and systems and review selections with the project team.
• Implement code review and incorporate code requirements.
• Establish appropriate level of detailing based on project parameters.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate drawings, specifications, and other project deliverables.
• Work closely with the project team to obtain project information and see that drawings are accurate and complete.
• Assist clients in review of construction budget and construction contract.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Perform or assign staff to perform site visits and conduct project meetings during construction.
• Document meetings, correspondence, and other key project information.

• Inform office director of opportunities or pitfalls that may affect project budgets, schedules, or profitability.
• Work with business development and marketing to prepare fee estimates and establish the scope of services for proposals.
• Report project progress for invoicing.
• Work with the accounting department to assist in collection of outstanding invoices.
• File and organize documents in conformance with company standards.

• Actively seek experience and continuing education to fulfill requirements for licensure.
• Participate in marketing and project‑related activities and presentations.
• Participate and seek leadership roles in professional/community organizations and activities.
• Write and publish white papers and articles on technical topics.
• Attend and speak at conferences and participate in other networking and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrate organizational skills.
• Be self‑motivated regarding office projects and the…