Structural Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established property consultancy is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to join their team in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors, including education and commercial. You will be responsible for providing a wide range of structural engineering services, from conceptual design to detailed calculations, while collaborating closely with a team of experts. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this forward-thinking firm offers opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment. Join a company where your contributions can make a real impact on the local community.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Income protection

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in structural design with various materials.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of conceptual and outline designs for structural schemes.
• Conducting structural surveys and advising on remediation if needed.
• Managing technicians and liaising with clients throughout projects.

Skills

Structural Design

Communication Skills

Finite Element Software (TEKLA, SCIA, Robot)

Concrete, Steel, Masonry, Timber

Education

MIStructE/MICE Chartered Membership

Tools

TEKLA Structures

SCIA

Robot

Structural Revit

Job description

Structural Engineer - Property Consultancy

We are supporting a multidisciplined, multi-office property consultancy in its search for an experienced structural engineer to join its large office in the West Midlands.

This office has an established group of engineers and consultants from various disciplines. The successful candidate will work closely with other staff to deliver innovative, sustainable, and cost-efficient buildings.

The firm works on structures across sectors including education, aerospace, commercial, residential, and manufacturing. Serving clients across the Midlands, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the local community.

Duties

You will be responsible for providing a wide range of Structural Engineering services, including:

• Preparation of conceptual and outline designs for structural schemes
• Carrying out detailed design calculations in accordance with Eurocodes
• Managing technicians in producing detailed design drawings and tender specifications
• Liaising with the design team and clients throughout projects, monitoring progress and quality during construction
• Conducting structural surveys, analyzing structural defects, and advising on remediation if needed
• Preparing detailed design drawings and specifications for tenders and construction information for contractors
• Visiting sites during construction to monitor progress and advise contractors

The role requires working independently under the guidance and support of the Team Manager.

Required Experience

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Experience in structural design with materials such as concrete, steel, masonry, and timber
• Working towards or having achieved MIStructE/MICE Chartered membership
• Experience with finite element software packages like TEKLA Structures, SCIA, Robot, etc.
• Ideally, experience with Structural Revit

Rewards

• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking, friendly company
• Exposure to diverse projects, sectors, clients, and discipline experts
• Contributing to team growth and adding value for clients
• 25 days holiday, private healthcare, life assurance
• Standard 6% company contribution, highly competitive salary
• Income protection, cycle-to-work scheme, leave buying/selling, gym membership

The company’s workflow is 80% repeat business, reflecting the quality of its work. The ethos is based on collaboration, commitment, and trust.

If you believe this is a mutually beneficial opportunity, please get in touch. Full company details will be provided before submitting your CV.