Graduate Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is looking for a Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team in Cheltenham. The role involves developing design ideas, preparing specifications, and ensuring project compliance with safety and environmental standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and ideally have experience with AutoCAD and REVIT. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with clients and various teams, furthering one’s career in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience with a consultancy firm.
• A passion for building structures.
• Ability to use AutoCAD / REVIT preferable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate innovative design ideas.
• Prepare calculations and drawings for building control submission.
• Assist in preparing specifications and working drawings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

• Develop and communicate innovative and effective design ideas
• Being aware of all environmental, legal, safety and health guidelines and requirements
• Preparing progress reports for seniors and the client
• Prepare and submit calculations and drawings for building control submission
• Working closely with the key people such as the engineering team, client, architects, site managers, etc.
• Understanding structural principles, undertaking structural calculations by hand and computer design programme as instructed by seniors
• Assist in preparing specifications, working drawings, etc.
• If requested by seniors, make regular site inspections to ensure that the work is progressing according to schedule and designs
• Assist the structural engineering manager and senior structural engineer in their work
• Knowledge about the properties and strength of the various materials like steel, timber, brick, etc. and use each of them appropriately
• Use computer software to prepare structural simulation models and how the structure will withstand different conditions
• Inspect old buildings and recommend repairs or demolition where necessary
• Work with the contractor to ensure that the newly-built structures are stable and constructed in line with the designs
• Inspect site work when required
• At all times work safely, ensuring your own safety and that of others in the Company
• At all times work within all Company procedures and protocols
• Undertake other duties as reasonably requested by the Company

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A passion for building structures
• Ability to use AutoCAD / REVIT preferrable but not essential
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with a consultancy firm

Ability to:

• Employ effective communication skills, both verbal, written and by email
• Establish effective relationships with clients and fellow team members
• Work methodically and accurately
• Work well on own initiative and as part of a team
• Multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively