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Cole Fisher

Ankeny,IA

Summary

Cooperative Structural Engineer with extensive experience in designing and analyzing structures. Expertise in all building and construction materials, including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and aluminum. Veteran of every phase of design and construction, from conception through final inspection.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineer

ERA Engineering
07.2017 - Current
  • Designed structures for construction using various building mediums including steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and aluminum.
  • Inspected and evaluated existing buildings for structural deficiencies and code violations.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
  • Wrote project proposal summaries, outlining factors such as cost, scheduling and required permits.
  • Participated in design reviews within team-based structural planning committees.
  • Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads and other metrics using both manual and digital methods.
  • Attended professional training courses to maintain current knowledge and licensure.
  • Traveled to build sites to collaborate with construction personnel and to confirm compliance with design parameters and regulations.
  • Achieved PE licensure in Spring of 2021 in state of MN
  • Relocated to Ankeny, IA in 2021 with the goal to start a Des Moines area branch.

Engineer Intern

Kiewit
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Prepared standard reports and documentation to communicate results to senior management.
  • Created 3D models from 2D drawings.
  • Assisted with graphical representations of civil structural designs.
  • Evaluated specifications for facilities design to determine compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with construction personnel to resolve design conflict problems.

Education

Master of Science - Civil Engineering - Structural Focus

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12.2015

Skills

  • RAM Structural Systems
  • RISA 3D
  • Bluebeam Redlines
  • Spreadsheet Analysis/Design
  • Cost-Effective Design
  • Structural Inspection
  • Proposal Writing
  • Structural Design Planning

Timeline

Engineer

ERA Engineering
07.2017 - Current

Engineer Intern

Kiewit
05.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Science - Civil Engineering - Structural Focus

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Iowa
Cole Fisher