Why Work at BYU
At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."
We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.
Belonging Statement
United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.
Employment Requirements
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.
In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards . Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.
Structural/Civil Engineer
The Structural/Civil Engineer provides structural and civil engineering services for BYU Physical Facilities, with approximately 50% focused on structural engineering and 50% on campus civil engineering design and project management.
Structural responsibilities will include acting as an owner-side technical resource; reviewing plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by outside structural consultants; performing in-house analysis and design for campus remodeling and renovation projects; and preparing, signing, and sealing engineering documents within the Structural/Civil Engineer’s responsible charge and areas of competence.
Civil responsibilities include planning and designing campus site and utility improvements; preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents; managing work orders and projects through design, construction, and closeout; reviewing consultant prepared construction documents; and coordinating consultants, contractors, campus stakeholders, and public agencies. This position ensures work complies with applicable codes, BYU standards, project requirements, budgets, and schedules while protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the campus community and visiting public.
What you’ll do in this position:
Structural Engineering Review and Owner Representation
Review consultant-prepared structural drawings, specifications, calculations, and geotechnical recommendations at key design and construction phases. Evaluate code compliance, BYU standards, completeness, coordination, constructability, durability, and cost.
Prepare clear written owner-side comments and recommendations, and coordinate resolution of structural issues with the consultant engineer of record, architects, other…