PRINCIPAL CIVIL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (PE)
@ Gulf Interstate Engineering Company

Houston, Texas, United States
On Site
Posted 4 days ago

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Position Overview

The Principal Civil/Structural Engineer (PE) at Gulf Interstate Engineering Company handles medium, large, and complex projects in Houston, TX. This role carries significant technical authority and supervision over a team of Civil/Structural Engineers and Designers. The position may also function as the Lead Civil/Structural Engineer for project-related technical and scheduling matters.

Essential Functions

  • Prepare or review discipline project specifications and requisitions.
  • Approve technical bid evaluations and proposals in cooperation with procurement.
  • Develop and review site plans, grading & paving plans, and foundation details.
  • Perform or review civil and structural calculations and analyses.
  • Coordinate with client personnel and review vendor documents.
  • Prepare status reports, logs, work plans and project variances.

Department Addendum

The Civil/Structural Engineering Department provides comprehensive engineering design services. Responsibilities include site data preparation, grading & drainage design, various calculations, technical specifications, and approval of construction drawings.

Requirements

  • Minimum 8+ years experience in pipeline facilities and structural design.
  • Proficiency with industry standards (ACI, IBC, AISC, ANSI, etc.).
  • Experience with engineering software such as RISA 3D, Mat 3D, Foundation 3D, LPile.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Competencies & Environment

Competencies include results orientation, customer focus, impact, and business acumen. The work environment is standard office settings with occasional physical demands.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Gulf Interstate Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected characteristics.

Key skills/competency

  • Civil Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Technical Analysis
  • Design Review
  • Bid Evaluation
  • Software Proficiency
  • Standards & Codes
  • Communication
  • Team Leadership

How to Get Hired at Gulf Interstate Engineering Company

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant civil and structural projects.
  • Emphasize your PE license: Clearly list certifications and experience.
  • Showcase technical skills: Include engineering software and standards.
  • Research Gulf Interstate Engineering Company: Understand their project lifecycle and values.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review civil and structural calculation methods.
Practice using RISA 3D and related software.
Study industry standards (ACI, IBC, AISC).
Update technical certification knowledge.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you led a project.
Explain how you manage team disagreements.
Share an example of problem-solving under pressure.
Discuss handling tight project deadlines.

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