Senior Structural Engineer

Why Us?

We are a fast-growing, and award-winning Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a civil engineering technician role to support a wide variety of engineering work in an expanding team.

DUTIES

· Work in a design environment with regular exposure to developers, architects and local authorities

· Preparation of reports, designs, specifications and contract documents for various project types

· Preparation of fee proposals

· Design of structural elements in all materials to current standards and practices

· Prepare calculation packs for submission to local authorities

· Prepare NBS specification

· Assist in the development of other members of staff, providing assistance and knowledge to enable progression

· Demonstrate excellent written and face-to-face communication, with clear and concise presentation

· To technically review designs produced by others and verify completeness to technical and company standards

· Work closely with both Senior Staff and Managing Director on the proposal of new projects coming into the business

· Full responsibility and Project management of technical schemes to meet the requirements and expectations of clients

· Be aware of the financial health of project fees and work within the fee of each project

· Help prepare for, attend and record internal and client project meetings

· Co-operate with the Quality Management System through undertaking administrative activities

· Carry the company brand and reputation through business development and marketing input

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Accredited Honors degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering
• Chartered member (or working towards) of either Institution of Structural Engineers of Civil Engineers
• Previous Engineering experience of more than 8 years, with knowledge and understanding of structural engineering design and construction
• Experience and understanding of working directly with design and build contractors, local authorities and architects
• Knowledge of construction, health and safety regulations, building regulations and design codes
• Ability to work with a team of Engineers and Graduates leading by example
• Familiarity of AutoCAD/Revit systems
• Knowledge of design software such as TEKLA, TEDDS and MasterSeries
• Financial awareness
• Organise and prioritise your own time and tasks to enable the simultaneous running of several projects
• Good ability to build up and maintain client and team relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and politely
• Project management skills from initial start-up through to completion
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work effectively with other staff and as part of a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Fast and accurate typing skills, high level of proficiency in Microsoft packages

BENEFITS

• Annual Appraisal and Salary Review
• Private Healthcare
• Bonus Scheme
• A friendly and interactive team on hand to ensure a supportive environment and fast progression
• Exposure to some of the nation’s most prominent developers, planners and architects
• Active social and charitable calendar
• Auto enrolment onto the company Pension Scheme with an employer’s contribution of 5%
• 24 days annual leave as well as your birthday off
• Payment of Professional Membership
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

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