Structural Engineer

Overview

For over 25 years, Polhemus Savery DaSilva (PSD) has collaborated with individuals, families, and institutions to design and build exceptional custom homes that celebrate creative design and quality craftsmanship, honor their natural environments, and set the stage for lasting memories — for generations to come.

PSD is nationally recognized for thoughtfully integrated architecture and construction on Cape Cod and coastal southeastern New England. PSD provides a highly collaborative process that is as special as the buildings we create. Our single-source approach provides seamless communication among the project team and our clients to ensure we meet deadlines, stay on budget, and deliver quality workmanship that realizes our client's vision.

Structural Engineer

The Structural Engineer is responsible for reviewing and evaluating PSD Architectural and Structural designs throughout all phases of design and construction, with a focus on improving construction efficiency, minimizing material and labor costs, and ensuring seamless coordination between architectural and structural requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include :

• Lead the structural design of vertical projects, including new buildings, renovations, and additions, utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, and wood systems to meet applicable codes, loads, and project requirements.
• Assist and collaborate with outside engineering firms on selected projects.
• Prepare and review structural drawings, specifications, design reports, and calculation packages using software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and structural analysis tools.
• Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and contractors to integrate structural systems with other building components, ensuring constructability, efficiency, and compatibility across disciplines.
• Perform design and documentation in accordance with IRC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, and other relevant building codes and standards.
• Evaluate structural framing requirements in relation to PSD architectural and client goals and perform schematic design reviews and analysis.
• Create structural designs in CAD / BIM models, working with project managers and design staff to align architectural requirements.
• Address specific structural considerations such as wall alignment, ceiling and roof steel components, chimneys, stairs, and other complex design elements.
• Review and create in-house structural drawings; advise on revisions and potential cost impacts, suggesting alternative solutions when appropriate.
• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing steel fabrication shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs; attend pre-construction conferences; conduct periodic field visits to verify installation accuracy and resolve construction challenges.
• Assist in developing project schedules, scope, and budgets; work with project managers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of structural engineering services.
• Participate in final project reviews to apply lessons learned to future projects.
• Maintain and update PSD Structural Standard CAD details; attend structural seminars to expand technical knowledge.
• Provide structural support for the Small Project Division as needed.

Qualifications

Preferred Requirements

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

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