Structural Engineering

Career Opportunities at SPC

Established in 1985, Sinclair Pratt Cameron, P.C. has contributed to the community as a knowledgeable & experienced consulting structural engineering firm. Our work has included multi-story offices, warehouses and manufacturing facilities, medical and sports facilities, large and small breweries, large shopping centers, churches, schools, cofferdams, bulkheads, parking garages, multi-family complexes, single family homes, stateside/overseas military facilities, and much more.

Current Job Openings

Structural Engineer

Job Description

Sinclair Pratt Cameron, a structural engineering consulting firm, has an opening for a Structural Engineer who is interested in working on a wide range of structural engineering projects. Our firm has provided structural engineering services for municipalities, as well as private owners and the federal government. Our work has included concrete and steel multi-story offices, warehouses and manufacturing facilities, medical and sports facilities, schools, shopping centers, parking garages, military facilities, as well as residential structures. Our services also include structural evaluations and condition reports on existing structures.

About the Job

Responsibilities include designing structural systems for structures including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood. Structural designs would be taken from conceptual level through construction documents and construction administration. Responsibilities also would include some travel for site surveys and investigations to help facilitate the structural designs, and to meet with clients during the design process. When necessary, develop and edit Project Specifications Tracing of time for proper billing of projects.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

Prepares design computations.
Prepares project specifications.
Keeps Project Managers informed of work load and any changes to project scope or additional services.
Uses computer assisted engineering and design software (Tekla TEDDS, TEKLA Structural Designer, Ram Elements, Ram Concept).
Is able to effectively communicate ideas and design intent with clients.
Have a basic understanding of drafting standards to instruct draftpersons/technicians to reduce designs to working drawings.
Performs design and inspection/field work.
Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety and company standards.

Job Requirements

0-2 years of structural engineering experience.
Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology with a Structural Emphasis from an accredited four-year university.
Engineer in Training (EIT) or be able to obtain one within a year of starting.
Construction experience is a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills essential for team-based working.
Excellent planning and organizational skills required for our fast-paced environment.
Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
Must have good follow through and self-implemented Quality Control measures.

Sinclair Pratt Cameron offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401K plan, paid time off, and more.

Field Inspector

Job Description

Sinclair Pratt Cameron, a structural engineering consulting firm, has an immediate need for a field inspector. SPC provides structural engineering and construction inspection services for a wide range of projects including public works, commercial, industrial, residential, and waterfront construction.

About the Job

When hired you will perform building third party inspection activities in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding areas. You should have comprehensive knowledge of the latest IBC codes. The ideal candidates will have construction and/or inspection knowledge of commercial and residential structures. Manages construction projects by visiting and inspecting job sites, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications, reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and contracts, monitoring project status, resolving problems, meeting with engineers, consulting with inspectors regarding contractor claims, attending construction and progress meetings, reviewing design changes and conducting final inspections.

Qualifications

A minimum of 4 years experience in commercial and residential construction is required.
Prior experience in construction inspection and/or third-party inspection activities is a plus.
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work well independently and with others as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to quickly absorb and utilize company-specific techniques, standards and procedures.
Ability to coordinate with other disciplines effectively.
Thorough knowledge of building regulations and associated laws.

Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and engineering drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with project management, clients and contractors.
Special Certifications and Licenses a plus. (i.e. OSHA safety certifications, ICC Special Inspector Certifications)
Excellent recordkeeping and reporting as required.

Excellent oral and written communication skills essential for team-based working.
Excellent planning and organizational skills required for our fast-paced environment.
Must have the ability to work in the field that may require bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders/scaffolding.
Must be able to lift objects 25 pounds and ladders as needed.
Work environment will include time outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.
Must be able to follow OSHA and job site specific safety procedures at all times.

Please indicate your compensation expectations. Sinclair Pratt Cameron offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401K plan, paid time off, and more.

SPC does not supply vehicles. You will need a dependable vehicle to travel to your assigned projects. Compensation for work travel will be provided in the form of mileage reimbursement. You must also possess a valid driver's license with good driving record.

Revit/CAD Operator

Job Description

Sinclair Pratt Cameron, a structural engineering consulting firm, has an opening for a Revit Operator who is interested in working on a wide range of structural engineering projects.

About the Job

The Revit Operator is an imperative part of the design process. You will use Revit to generate construction document packages from schematic phase through to construction document phase, and other information necessary to make detailed drawings clear and complete.

Additional Responsibilities

Work under the direction of engineers and Project Managers to develop construction document packages
Manipulate/translate various digital file formats in order to create useable Revit drawings
Building Revit Structure models to create construction document packages.
Will work closely with Project Manager to review and meet project goals

Job Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
Associate Degree and/or Trade School/Revit/AutoCAD Certification preferred
AutoCAD 2020 experience, used for a small portion of new work and to make revisions to older projects.
Revit 2018-2021 experience, we do 95% of our new projects in Revit
Revit experience detailing structural drawings and plans a plus
Understanding of drawing setup modeling technique and general knowledge of drafting standards
Construction knowledge or construction background not required but preferred
Ability to quickly absorb and utilize company-specific techniques, standards and procedures
Ability to coordinate with other disciplines effectively in a Revit environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills essential for team-based working
Excellent planning and organizational skills required for our fast-paced environment
Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges
Must have good follow through and self-implemented Quality Control measures
Able to utilize MS Office, Bluebeam would be useful

Sinclair Pratt Cameron offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401K plan, paid time off, and more.

Submit resumes to info@spc-eng.com