Structural Engineer/Civil Architect - Illinois

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Summary

I am seeking a licensed Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) to review our site plans, foundation details, for an outdoor louvered pergola, and provide a signed/stamped engineering note to satisfy the local building department's wind-load requirements 115 mph wind speed handling. Project Specifications: Structure: Pre-engineered aluminum louvered pergola. Dimensions: 14 ft times x 20 ft(Freestanding). Location: Mounting on top of an existing/planned concrete patio. Foundation Strategy: To meet the local frost line and resist wind uplift, we are installing 42-inch deep concrete bases with 12-inch diameter piers at each post location. Deliverable Needed: An engineering letter/packet with an Illinois structural/professional stamp verifying that the structure, foundation depth/mass (42 inch times 12 inch)and specified concrete anchoring method will safely withstand a 115mph wind load. I have the manufacturer’s manual, and layout plans ready to send over for your review.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • < 1 month
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  • Entry level
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  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Structural Analysis
Structural Engineering
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  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
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About the client
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  • United States
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