Employment Opportunities at CRSI
Director of Technical Resources
FLSA Classification:Â Exempt
Reports to:Â CRSI Vice President of Engineering
Overview
Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), is seeking a Director of Technical Resources for it’s Schaumburg, Illinois based association.
Highlights
The Director of Technical Resources is responsible for developing and updating technical documents related to steel reinforced concrete design and construction. This role conducts technical presentations on both the national and local levels and provides technical support to CRSI staff, members of the Institute, and other industry connections. The Director of Technical Resources also supports marketing and promotional efforts related to the CRSI strategic plan and other Institute initiatives.
The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute is a technical institute and Standards Developing Organization (SDO) that stands as the authoritative resource for information related to steel reinforced concrete construction. CRSI offers many industry-trusted technical publications, standards documents, design aids, reference materials and educational opportunities. Visit us at www.crsi.org to learn about CRSI.
How You Will Contribute
- Develop new and update existing CRSI technical documents, including design guides and technical notes; review and edit technical content in documents developed outside the Engineering Department as needed
- Develop and conduct technical presentations to CRSI members and the Architect/Engineering/Contractor (AEC) community
- Develop technical articles for publication in industry magazines and journals
- Participate on CRSI’s R&D Committee and review and support development of R&D proposals
- Review and support development of national code and standard proposals and represent CRSI on prominent technical committees as needed
- Assist with project conversions to concrete-framed structures
- Develop technical material geared to professors and university/college students to advance the understanding of the use and benefits of steel reinforced concrete
- Develop and deliver tools and programs to support CRSI member training and education
- Participate in activities in support of the implementation of the CRSI strategic plan, including participation in the CRSI Constructability initiative
Who You Are
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering required
- Licensed Structural Engineer or Professional Engineer with a specialization in structural engineering required
- Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of industry experience preferably in a structural engineering consulting firm. First-hand involvement in the design, detailing, and construction of steel reinforced concrete structures is mandatory
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey information in an easy to understand, compelling, and engaging manner
- Excellent project and time management skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
Salary Range
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including internal equity, market data, the candidate’s qualifications- including but not limited to specialty skills, prior relevant industry experience, relevant degrees or certifications (e.g. CPA, JD). The salary range estimate below is inclusive of all departments within the firm, and offered salaries may vary within the given range between departments. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this level is  $145,000-150,000 annualized, not including discretionary annual bonus and other competitive benefits.
Qualified, interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Region Manager
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Reports to: CRSI President and CEO
Overview
Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), is seeking a Region Manager for the Pacific Northwest Region of the U.S. (Pacific Northwest, Mountain West).
Highlights
- Work is based in a home-office with a minimum of 50% travel within the Pacific Northwest Region of the U.S. as well as occasional national travel
- Serve as the primary CRSI staff contact responsible for all market development and business within the assigned region
- Positively impact the use of steel reinforced concrete construction in buildings and other target markets
- Interact with team members across the institute to promote services
Major Responsibilities
- Maximize the market share of reinforcing steel usage within the region, reporting activity and success measures as appropriate
- Develop, implement, and maintain regional strategic plans for market development and member services
- Serve as the primary CRSI staff contact responsible for all market development and region and chapter business
- Develop and maintain accurate databases of contact information
- Participate in CRSI national activities through committee membership, document review, and national plan development
- Support membership and member services to engage and attract members in the region
Regional Program Tasks
- Conduct presentations and workshops to target audiences; be a resource for regional architectural schools and university professors
- Contribute regional information for use in internal and external newsletters
- Prior experience reporting to a Board and expertise in association management preferred
- Provide assistance and be a resource to designers and contractors
- Conduct ongoing market research within the region to develop new strategies to reach and interact with our members and potential members
- Utilize CRSI chapter seminars to reach local designers, and develop a speaker’s bureau for regional use
- Coordinate chapter meetings region conferences national technical meetings
- Foster partnering with allied group; set up and conduct joint programs and get commitments for joint funding where appropriate
Experience and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or in Business, specifically in Sales or Marketing
- Professional registration, or the ability to obtain professional registration, desired
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in structural design or construction management preferred. Experience in the transportation sector (bridges or pavements) would be beneficial
- Market development experience and/or familiarity with trade association promotion programs and trade shows
- Experience in public speaking, sales presentations, or project promotion strongly desired
- Skilled in providing promotion, education, technical assistance, communication, member services and coordination of region activities
- Ability to travel 50% of the time within the region with preferred location (home office) close to major transportation hubs within the region
Salary Range
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including internal equity, market data, the candidate’s qualifications- including but not limited to specialty skills, prior relevant industry experience, relevant degrees or certifications (e.g. CPA, JD). The salary range estimate below is inclusive of all departments within the company, and offered salaries may vary within the given range between departments. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this level is $96,000-125,000k annualized, not including other competitive benefits.