What does a typical workday for a structural engineer involve?

A typical workday would involve performing structural calculations, building computer based models of the structure, drawing up supportive details, making plan changes, interacting with the client/architect and other consultants involved in the project. Depending on what capacity you are working in, it might also involve supervising junior engineers working with you on the project, coordination/generation of cad drawings etc. If your involved is in the construction administration phase of a project, you would be frequenting the job site to resolve construction related issues and working with the contractor on the project. In a nutshell, a typical day calls for a right mix of engineering, fieldwork, public relations and decision-making.  more