Principal Structural Engineer

Arcadis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer based in Manchester, UK. The role involves leading the design and coordination of structural projects while managing technical and commercial aspects. Candidates should have a relevant degree, professional qualifications, and a commitment to health and safety. The ideal applicant values teamwork and sustainable solutions and will have the opportunity to mentor colleagues within a diverse engineering team. This position aims at creating smart, sustainable places where individuals can thrive.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree required.
• Chartered member of IStructE or ICE preferred.
• Existing SC clearance or ability to achieve it.
• Deep knowledge of structural principles.
• Familiarity with structural materials and specifications.
• Outstanding commitment to health and safety.
• Attention to detail when reviewing work.
• Interest in sustainable solutions.
• Ability to manage teams effectively.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and coordination of structures on various projects.
• Manage technical and commercial aspects of projects.
• Participate in technical quality processes.
• Mentor engineers and colleagues.

Skills

Strong technical ability

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Commitment to health and safety

Knowledge of sustainable solutions

Ability to manage teams

Mentoring skills

Education

Relevant degree

Professional qualification ( Chartered member of IStructE or ICE)

Tools

Structural analysis and design programs

Job description

Role description

We are excited to be growing our Structural Engineering team within the Places Design Practice. We are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer based in UK with a strong technical background and experience in leading the structural aspects of projects. We work for a multitude of clients at national and international level on projects varied in type and size. We cover different sectors, with prevalent focus on industrial manufacturing, technology, education, government and defence.

In our engineering team you will create some of the world’s most iconic and innovative structures. You will design spaces that transform the world around us while bringing people together. Some of our recent projects include data centers, distribution centers, gigafactories and other manufacturing facilities for the automotive industry, factories for microprocessors and a variety of other industrial buildings, accommodation facilities, offices, retail premises, schools and other public buildings. We are active in the design or technical advisory at all stages of projects, both for new and existing buildings (including assets with stringent security requirements).

We work with our clients around the world to create smart, safe and sustainable places where people live, work, learn and thrive. As part of our multidisciplinary team and deploying our digital solutions, you will help Arcadis in the mission of improving quality of life.

Role accountabilities

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for leading the design and coordination of structures on a range of projects in our various sectors of activity. You will be managing the technical and commercial aspects of the projects by leading teams of structural engineers and BIM modellers, while interfacing with clients and other stakeholders.

You will participate in our technical quality process by validating the work of other team members, both in the projects you lead and in other projects.

You will have the opportunity to mentor engineers and other colleagues in the context of projects or in the wider endeavours of our teams.

Qualifications & Experience

First and foremost, you share our passion for improving the quality of life. You pride yourself for the part you play in transforming the world around you and understand the importance of teamwork. You are committed to technical excellence and come to us equipped with the following:

• Relevant degree.
• Professional qualification, preferably as chartered member of the IStructE or the ICE.
• Existing SC clearance or the eligibility to achieve SC security clearance.
• Strong technical ability, based on deep knowledge of structural principles and developed through experience in a variety of projects.
• Familiarity with commonly used structural materials, including knowledge of practical aspects of their specification and use on site.
• Knowledge of some commonly used structural analysis and design programs.
• Outstanding commitment to health and safety and knowledge of relevant legal requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in preparation of technical reports.
• Attention to detail and acumen when reviewing the work of others to ensure quality.
• Interest in sustainable solution and commitment to sustainable outcomes.
• Ability to successfully manage teams and resources on projects.
• Willingness to share your knowledge and mentor others.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.