Principal Structural Engineer

RSK LDE (Land and Development Engineering); Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RoC Consulting, part of RSK LDE, in Manchester, seeks a Principal Structural Engineer to lead design calculations across common materials and manage small projects from inception to completion.

You will supervise junior engineers, collaborate with the design team, and ensure high-quality production information while adhering to health and safety requirements and CDM design risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC qualification required.
• Chartered status with the Institution of Structural Engineers (or equivalent) preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Demonstrable experience as a Principal Structural Engineer in a consultancy setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to completion and deliver on programmes.
• Understand project scope and commercial requirements, reporting variations.
• Collaborate with design team members to meet project objectives.
• Ensure the quality and timeliness of production information for projects.
• Review work produced by juniors/technicians and supervise CDM design risk assessments.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree or HNC qualification

Chartered status with IStructE (or similar)

Job description

We are looking for a

We are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our team at RoC Consulting (Part of RSK LDE), an RSK Group company. This is a full time and permanent position that would suit someone who is wanting to work with a team of industry experts.

RoC Consulting (Part of RSK LDE) are a building services engineering consultancy based in the central Manchester area. RoC is an award-winning practice working across a wide range of project sectors and building types. From high rise city centre residential schemes to the refurbishment of heritage buildings our dynamic and dedicated team are well known and well respected in the Northwest and beyond.

We are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to be able to produce design calculations for building structures in all common materials without supervision and they will be able to produce concept designs for simple building structures. They will also be expected to manage small projects from inception to completion, communicating with the wider design team and supervise work undertaken by junior engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects from inception to completion, delivering work in line with agreed programmes and deadlines.
• Understand project scope and commercial requirements, identifying and reporting any variations or additional works.
• Collaborate effectively with design team members and colleagues to achieve project and business objectives.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of production information for assigned projects.
• Review and check the work of themselves and any engineers or technicians under their supervision.
• Act professionally at all times and maintain compliance with health and safety requirements, including CDM design risk assessments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant degree or HNC qualification.
• Achieved, or working towards, chartership with the Institution of Structural Engineers (or a similar organisation)
• Full UK Driving License
• Demonstrable experience working as a Principal Structural Engineer in a consultancy setting

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The Company

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Since the beginning, our philosophy remains the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We’re committed to preserving RSK’s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?