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Windstorm/Structural Inspector (Texas)
Aran + Franklin Engineering is currently looking for a windstorm inspector in the SE Texas areas of the
Golden Triangle and Galveston County.
Qualifications:
This position requires a high school diploma and/or construction experience.
• Requires a current Class C Texas Driver’s License; and dependable transportation
• Preferably individuals with knowledge of windstorm building code and other laws and statutes which
may govern the construction of structures on the Texas gulf coast.
• Use of computers, phones and tablets including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
software applications.
• The ability to achieve ICC residential inspector certification within twelve months.
• Must be able to pass and obtain FAA Drone licenses with 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to pass drug test and, background check.
This position involves the inspection of buildings constructed in windstorm and non-windstorm areas.
This position requires the ability to:
• Meet with contractors, builders, agents, consumers, and professional engineers on building code
requirements;
• Perform inspections of residential and commercial properties;
• Prepare onsite progress reports for the main office;
• Respond to technical inquiries, both verbal and written;
• Respond to and resolves complaints;
• Assist with special projects;
• Transport a +/- 35 pound ladder issued by our firm to worksites;
• Climb ladder to heights of +/- 40 feet OR ability to safely operate drone with FAA license;
• Work effectively with all levels of employees and the public;
• Read and comprehend construction drawings and building codes and conduct inspections;
• Conduct inspections and identifies non-code compliant findings;
• Prepare clear and concise reports of findings and sketches on demand;
• Observe all safety aspects of the field office;
• Obtain new product information as required for certification;
• Maintain neat appearance; and
• Work independently.
We offer mileage reimbursement rates based off mileage to the inspection or a company vehicle will be
provided. Pay range for this position varies based on experience and qualifications from $15- $20 per
hour.
Full benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, etc., 10 days of holiday pay, and 10
vacation/PTO time accrued yearly for Full Time employees, as well as a 401(k) with employer matching
benefits.
Email Tim Ware, Inspections Manager, at tim@aranfranklin.com with resume and/or questions.
Aran & Franklin Engineering Inc.
8419 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 77591
Civil Engineer – PE in Texas City, TX
As an engineer with Aran & Franklin you will work with engineers,
drafters, architects, clients, and builders to design strong homes and
help build stronger communities. We specialize in Windstorm and
Structural Engineering and have been one of the best in our field since
1998! Our reach has expanded outside our home state of Texas and all
along the Gulf Coast into Louisiana and Florida. Join one of the most
respected and rapidly growing engineering teams in the nation today!
Responsibilities
The selected candidate will lead and manage a team of drafters, EITs,
and administrative assistants.
• responsible for driving and coordinating the on-time completion of
private and commercial engineering projects.
• Attend pre-development meetings with city officials;
• Meet with clients to establish scope of project, review data, and
address with the client any issues that are found;
• Perform feasibility studies to ascertain if projects can/should be
developed as proposed;
• Determine scope of services based on location and project type;
• Assist in estimating projects for competitive bidding;
• Review work from the drafting team;
• Advise drafters/EITs on corrections to be made to plans;
• Assist in RFQ and RFP for infrastructure projects from GLO or
city/local governments.
• Perform calculations for civil engineering designs and
specifications for residential and commercial projects including cut
and fill, mitigation, drainage and detention
• Basic civil engineering and code research for drainage, detention,
SWPPP, TxDOT requirements and other local jurisdictional
requirements.
• Field work with Junior Engineer or Field Inspector to inspect
properties for data gathering (approx. 5%)
• Liaise with architects, drafters, and structural engineers to gather
design requirements for future land usage.
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software or
willingness to learn
• Review design plans and layouts to produce engineering
documentation for construction.
• Review rough sketches and review them with the engineering team
• Ensure final designs comply with regulations and quality standards
• Training of subordinates in engineering principles and
methodologies
• Coordinate the team priorities to ensure client satisfaction with the
assistance of the in-house Civil Project Coordinator.
Requirements and skills
• Advanced experience in Civil engineering (5+ years), specifically
for residential and mid-sized commercial development in Texas.
• Established relationships with local and state municipalities to
facilitate predevelopment and preplanning submissions
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering
Technology, Construction Engineering Technology or equal
• Professional Engineering license, or within 6 months of obtaining.
• Good math skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high quality designs
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to conduct meetings with
clients and other team members for planning and technical support
Benefits Include
• Medical, dental vision
• 401(k) with matching up to 5%
• 10 paid holidays
• 80 hours of PTO per year accrued monthly, 120 hours after 5 years
Full time position in our Texas City location. Bilingual preferred but not
required. Candidates are subject to pre-employment background and
drug screenings.
Aran & Franklin Engineering Inc.
8419 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 77591
2930 Del Prado Blvd S, Ste A, Cape Coral, FL 33904
Structural Engineer- PE in Cape Coral, FL
As an engineer with Aran & Franklin you will work with engineers,
drafters, architects, clients, and builders to design strong homes and
help build stronger communities. We specialize in Windstorm and
Structural Engineering and have been one of the best in our field since
1998! Our reach has expanded outside our home state of Texas and all
along the Gulf Coast into Louisiana and Florida. Join one of the most
respected and rapidly growing engineering teams in the nation today!
Responsibilities
• Perform calculations for windstorm and structural engineering
designs and specifications for residential and commercial
structures
• Basic structural engineering and code research for wood frame,
steel and concrete structures
• Field work with Junior Engineer or Field Inspector to inspect
structures for data gathering (approx. 5%)
• Field work to perform damage assessments on structures
(forensics) and write up opinion reports.
• Liaise with architects, drafters, and engineers to gather product
and structural requirements and designs
• Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in
materials
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software or
willingness to learn
• Design plans and layouts to produce engineering documentation
for construction.
• Review rough sketches and review them with the engineering team
• Ensure final designs comply with regulations and quality standards
• Training of subordinates in engineering principles and
methodologies
• Coordinate the team priorities to ensure client satisfaction with the
assistance of the in house Project Coordinator.
Requirements and skills
• Advanced experience in structural engineering, specifically
residential structures made with CMU, wood frame and truss and
commercial structures made with CMU, ICF or light gage metal.
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering
Technology, Construction Engineering Technology or equal
• Professional Engineering license, or within 6 months of obtaining.
• Good math skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high quality designs
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to conduct meetings with
clients and other team members for planning and technical support
Benefits Include
• Medical, dental vision
• 401(k) with matching up to 5%
• 10 paid holidays
• 80 hours of PTO per year accrued monthly, 120 hours after 5 years
Full time position in our Cape Coral location. Bilingual preferred but not
required. Candidates are subject to pre-employment background and
drug screenings.
Aran & Franklin Engineering Inc.
8419 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 7759
Civil Project Coordinator in Texas City, TX
As a civil project coordinator with Aran & Franklin you will deliver project management, strategic planning, and implementation for key initiatives. This position will monitor projects and/or pilot programs that are created to further the mission of the company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Develop and implement work-plans, processes, and timelines to effectively monitor projects and meet deadlines and budget expectations.
- Maintain project status and ensure smooth workflow of the project.
- Collect, input, analyze, and report on large quantities of data.
- Oversee the identification of special project prospects, cultivation, and solicitation strategies.
- Build awareness, maintain relationships, and create opportunities to deliver beneficial partnerships.
- Communicate with participants, employers, employees, government officials and other stakeholders.
- Develop and produce presentations, marketing collateral, and basic design projects for external engagement.
- Produce and oversee educational events.
- Collaborate with other staff members and project teams to generate ideas, plan communications activities, and develop plans for specific initiatives and programs.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.
Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
A high school diploma is required for this position. 2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Minimum 3 years combined education/experience).
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence in a professional manner. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from members, funders, other stakeholders, and the general public individually and in group settings.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving a variety of individuals and businesses and competing and changing needs
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, MS Word, and Teams, Google calendars, proofreading and general office procedures. You will be taught our specific systems. Experience with Quickbooks is a plus but not necessary.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Aran & Franklin Engineering Inc.
8419 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 7759
Engineering Intern (Texas City, Texas)
As an engineering intern with Aran & Franklin you will work with engineers, drafters, architects, clients, and builders to design strong
homes and help build stronger communities. We specialize in Windstorm and Structural Engineering and have been one of the best in our field
since 1998! Our reach has expanded outside our home state of Texas and all along the Gulf Coast into Louisiana and Florida. Join one of the
most respected and rapidly growing engineering teams in the nation today!
Responsibilities
Perform calculations for windstorm and structural engineering designs and specifications for residential and commercial
structures
- Basic structural engineering and code research for wood frame, steel, and concrete structures
- Fieldwork with Senior Engineer or Field Inspector to inspect structures for data gathering (approx. 5%)
- Liaise with architects, drafters, and engineers to gather product and structural requirements and designs
- Calculate dimensions, weight limitations, and requirements in materials
- Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software or willingness to learn
- Design plans and layouts to produce engineering documentation for construction
- Review rough sketches and review them with the engineering team
- Ensure final designs comply with regulations and quality standards
Requirements and skills
- Must have completed at least first year of a related engineering field
- Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software is a plus
- Strong math skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality designs
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to conduct meetings with clients and other team members for planning and technical support
Compensation: $12/hr
Part-time or Full time- in person for the summer. Potential for part-time work after returning to school.
Candidates are subject to pre-employment background and drug screenings.
