Senior Structural Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Senior Structural Engineer to join our Building Design team in the South west. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering and a passion for creating innovative and sustainable building designs. As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and construction of various building projects, ensuring their structural integrity and safety. 

Responsibilities: 

• 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 specificationAssist 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 projectHelp 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

Candidate Profile:  

• Accredited Honors degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering
• Chartered member (or working towards) of either Institution of Structural Engineers of Civil Engineers
• At least 7-10 years' experience in a similar role, with knowledge and understanding of structural engineering design and construction
• At least 3 years' worth of UK design experience (ideally in Residential & Commercial sectors)
• Working knowledge of National House Building Council (NHBC) redulations 
• 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
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Revit 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 politelyProject management skills from initial start-up through to completion
• Ability to prioritise workloadAbility 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