Dashiell Corporation

Overview

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services, is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. They are seeking an experienced Civil/Structural engineer to join their Preconstruction group, focusing on high voltage substation EPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform material takeoffs and cost estimates for substation EPC projects.
• Develop concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, earthwork, grading, drainage, and civil infrastructure quantities.
• Prepare estimate basis documentation and assumption logs.
• Perform value engineering analysis and identify cost-saving alternatives.
• Review geotechnical investigation reports for foundation system design.
• Develop or review structure designs for substation equipment.
• Create detailed scopes of work and technical specifications.
• Develop RFQ packages for civil/structural subcontract scopes.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to align material specs with project requirements.
• Review client-furnished electrical plans for civil/structural implications.
• Participate in constructibility reviews to identify site conditions affecting costs.
• Mentor junior civil/structural engineers.
• Assist with change order preparation during project execution.
• Conduct site investigations to gather field data.
• Lead or participate in internal proposal reviews.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management from an ABET-accredited program preferred.
• 4-7 years of experience in civil/structural design or estimating on substation or heavy power infrastructure EPC projects required.
• Demonstrated experience with structural analysis and design for substation applications.
• Experience developing civil/structural estimates for high voltage substation projects.
• P.E. license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure will be considered.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable design codes.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software.
• Proficient with digital takeoff tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, vendors, and clients.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

Additional Information

• Position based in Houston, Texas.
• Minimal physical effort required.
• Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk.
• Occasional outdoor exposure to weather conditions.
• Must be willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings (10%).
• Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.