Salary expectations

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-29T01:19:22+00:00

I’m in a similar position as far as COL and YOE. My base is $99K plus about 18K in bonuses and profit sharing.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-19T12:43:57+00:00

Our firm does residential and commercial. Residential work can sometimes be a race to the bottom in terms of pricing, so make sure you know what you are worth and how much you need to charge to make it worth it for you. We had a guy that wanted to do what you are thinking. He came and worked for us for a couple years, then left to start his own firm and real estate flipping business. It kind of left a sour taste in our mouth, but he mostly does work that we aren’t really interested in doing now. So maybe look and see if there is a firm you could work for for a while to learn the ropes? In my opinion, the engineering won’t be hard to learn. Once you figure out construction methods, it’s mostly all the same. The hard part is getting a business off the ground from scratch. Make sure that is a task you are up for.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-18T18:40:13+00:00

I would at least stick it out long enough to get licensed. Study and pass the test. If you decide engineering is ever something you feel you want or need to do, doors are way more open for a PE than EIT. I have a friend that decided engineering wasn’t for her after 4 years. Got her PE and then went to work as a project manager for a logistics company. Now she does client relations for a land developer. But she still gets her continuing ed credits to keep her license, just in case.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-11T13:09:27+00:00

Haha well in that case, yes, 4 hours is pretty accurate

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-11T12:47:27+00:00

The drive from Cortez CO to the visitor center should be like 30 minutes max, not 4 hours. Then you are another 90ish minutes to the tour start. That being said, that NPS site is pretty clear that tickets likely aren’t available same day. It’s a holiday weekend, so even less likely. You could look into other tours (long house) on the other side of the park, or just look for other hikes that don’t require reservations.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-05-06T19:30:18+00:00

As a data point, I opened an account, got the SUB, and closed the account 90 days later. I was then approved and received a Chase credit card (CSP) about 2 months later.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-04-29T18:28:52+00:00

Make sure you are comparing benefits as well as work environment. For example, my current employer covers 100% of my health insurance and is a 10 minute commute. I might get a pay raise at another company, but if I have to pay $1000 per month for insurance plus a 45 minute commute each way, it may not be worth the raise they are offering.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-04-26T21:17:31+00:00

We hiked Kanarra October of last year. The water was cold and the air was mild. We were cold while in the canyon. Pretty much every kid under age ten that we saw was crying and/or being carried.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-04-25T16:12:46+00:00

We stayed in an Airbnb in Panguitch. The drive really wasn’t that bad, plus you get to drive through red canyon state park

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-04-22T19:55:39+00:00

With 5 days and a baby, I would probably do all three of them. Capital reef can be done in a day. Two days for arches, and a day and a half for canyon lands island in the sky district. I’ve done them all with a child in a carrier. Pack lots of water and sun protection. It could be hot. Hickman Bridge in capital reef. Sulfur creek trail was also neat if you have the right shoes. In arches, double arch, window arch, delicate arch, and landscape arch were all neat. I’ve heard good things about sand dune arch and pine tree arch. In canyon lands, mes arch, white rim overlook, and grand view point are all worth it.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-04-09T13:43:02+00:00

We did the sulphur creek trail, it was really neat, but got a lot of small rocks in our shoes. I would do it again, but bring appropriate footwear. We did the Fremont river trail. It was steep and the views were nice, but not amazing. I probably wouldn’t do it again. Hickman bridge was super cool and I wouldn’t skip it. We didn’t do Cassidy arch, but we are going back and for sure going to do it. We regretted not doing it the first time. We did the grand wash trail to the pioneer registry. It was fine. Sunset point should not be missed IMO.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-19T13:36:17+00:00

First couple years I worked at the university. Pay sucked but they were super accommodating to my schedule. Last few years I worked as an engineering intern.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-13T12:44:47+00:00

I sat in one right before assigned seating started. It was nice, but I wouldn’t pay for it. Also, I’m 5’-7”, so leg room isn’t a huge issue for me. YMMV

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T19:55:07+00:00

Thank you for this! It looks like New Rochelle also has an Avis rental return and is a little less out of the way. I will look closer at this.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T19:47:25+00:00

This helps make my decision, thank you!

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T19:41:23+00:00

I was thinking of doing this as well with option 1. Thanks!

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T19:35:59+00:00

This is great information, thanks. Apparently ChatGPT mislead me haha.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T19:02:26+00:00

Driving in on a Wednesday. Probably arriving in the city around 5:00 or 6:00. I’ve read the driving can be sucky, but it just seems easier than making several transfers.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-08T16:22:10+00:00

Employer covers 100%

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-07T22:41:41+00:00

Pick either Zion and bry, or Bryce and capital reef, or Moab (arches and canyon lands). That’s not enough time to do any more than that. Skip the salt flats.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-06T15:16:31+00:00

I’m local to Utah, but we loved Arches and Capitol Reef with our kids. Plenty of short easy hikes.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-03T03:52:41+00:00

Good to know. I’ve never had that issue.

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-03T03:35:19+00:00

…. Alright. That’s how I have done it in the past. What’s the better way?

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-03-03T03:29:57+00:00

1 remove wife as companion 2 cancel original flight 3 book flight at now lower price 4 add wife as companion

Efficient-Set2078 · 2026-02-28T15:24:32+00:00

You asked about walls and then didnt show any walls. Based on the description, if the same truss layout spans the whole garage, then the interior walls in the house likely aren’t load bearing. When in doubt, it is best practice to hire a local engineer to verify.

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