Civil Engineer

Cala Consulting; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering practice based in Belfast is looking for an Associate Structural/Civil Engineer. You'll lead projects from concept through completion, conduct structural design and inspections, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, chartered status, and proficiency in AutoCAD, along with strong project management and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

Pension scheme

Ongoing professional development

Diverse portfolio of projects

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in structural engineering is essential.
• Must have strong technical skills in design.
• Capable of leading projects from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects from concept through to completion.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Detailed structural design and analysis

Strong technical knowledge across concrete, steel, timber and masonry design

Proficient in structural design software and 3D modelling (AutoCAD)

Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Strong project management capability

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Cala Consulting are recruiting an Structural/Civil Engineer, Associate level, for their client. The company are an independent consulting engineering practice providing a wide range of Civil, Structural and Fire Engineering services across the UK and Ireland.

The company & the opportunity

The company offers expertise in a wide range of structural and civil projects. Working with the public and private sector this is a hands-on position where you will be working directly on design delivery and project management, whilst also mentoring the team of Engineers. It offers an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary practice with a strong pipeline of diverse projects.

The role & skills required

The Associate Structural/Civil Engineer will take responsibility for leading and delivering projects from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Undertake detailed structural design and analysis of buildings and civil engineering structures
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings and specifications
• Carry out structural inspections, surveys and reports for clients
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards
• Mentor and support graduate/junior engineers within the team
• Participate in site visits, inspections and project meetings

Experience and qualifications

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer
• Relevant structural engineering experience
• Strong technical knowledge across concrete, steel, timber and masonry design
• Proficient in structural design software and 3D modelling (AutoCAD)
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong project management capability with ability to deliver to deadlines

This role is based in Belfast and the candidate needs to be able to commute to the office daily.

The package will include

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working environment
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects
• Supportive team culture and career progression opportunities