CS&A Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a CS&A Engineer to lead civil and structural design on complex projects on a contract basis in Warrington or Westlakes. You will deliver high-quality multi-disciplinary design and provide technical leadership across teams.

This hands-on role requires mentoring junior engineers, chairing reviews, ensuring adherence to British Standards and CDM Regulations, and liaising with clients to justify technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience leading civil/structural design projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge of British Standards and CDM Regulations.
• Experience detailing reinforced concrete and steelwork.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil, structural and architectural design solutions across projects.
• Lead and supervise engineering activities to meet scope, programme and budget.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers.
• Produce design documents and solutions per industry standards.
• Chair design reviews and progress meetings; manage complex engineering tasks.
• Coordinate surveys, inspections and ensure quality management compliance.

Skills

People leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Independent working

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Shape the future of complex engineering projects while leading innovative civil and structural design solutions.

Our Client has a requirement for a CS&A Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington or Westlakes.

Role Purpose:

• Deliver high-quality civil, structural and architectural engineering solutions across a range of projects
• Lead and support the delivery of engineering activities to ensure work is completed to scope, programme, budget and quality requirements
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams and stakeholders
• Support the development of junior engineers and designers through mentoring and technical leadership
• Produce and deliver design documentation and engineering solutions in accordance with industry standards and company procedures

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure the technical quality and excellence of your own work and the work of engineers and designers working under your supervision
• Support project planning, delivery and financial performance, including management of resources and programme requirements
• Communicate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary design teams, providing technical input and design justification
• Provide technical and professional guidance, support and development to junior designers and engineers
• Be responsible for the development and delivery of design documents and engineering solutions
• Chair and facilitate both technical and non-technical meetings, including design reviews and progress meetings
• Undertake independent and autonomous work while delivering complex engineering activities
• Maintain compliance with business management and quality management systems and encourage adherence within the wider team
• Coordinate and supervise surveys, assessments and condition inspections as required

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering, or able to demonstrate equivalent underpinning knowledge and experience
• Experience within a civil and structural design role with direct influence over design practices and project outcomes
• Proven ability to lead projects of varying size and complexity, managing technical delivery, quality, programme, budget and resources
• Expert user of the latest versions of AutoCAD, Revit and associated design software, with the ability to work independently
• Strong knowledge and understanding of relevant British Standards and CDM Regulations
• Experience producing detailed designs for reinforced concrete and structural steelwork
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team while liaising directly with clients and stakeholders
• Awareness of applicable engineering codes, standards and safety legislation and their practical application
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing