Senior / Associate Structural Engineer

SOCOTEC UK Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior / Associate Structural Engineer to support their growth in the Building and Real Estate Division. The role requires at least seven years of engineering experience and a recognised structural engineering qualification. The ideal candidate will manage client relationships and oversee projects from inception to completion, providing practical and cost-effective solutions. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• At least seven years’ experience in engineering.
• Passionate about structural engineering.
• Confident communicator with good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage strong client relationships.
• Liaise with clients and manage projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct site inspections and investigations.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Technical communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Accredited honours degree in civil/structural engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Tekla Tedds

Robot

Scia Engineer

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Senior / Associate Structural Engineer

This is a hybrid role attached to our office.

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Building and Real Estate Division. SOCOTEC’s Engineering and Safety Teams provide an award-winning, flexible and forward-thinking approach, as as a high level of technical capability, providing our clients with cost-effective and practical solutions for the full range of engineering problems.

We’re looking for a proactive, flexible, and reliable Senior / Associate Structural Engineer to join our team, with experience in a similar role and who possesses a recognised structural engineering qualification. Working across a variety of projects both autonomously and as part of a wider team, tasks you will be required to undertake as part of your role include (but are not limited to):

• Maintain and manage strong client relationships and identify business development opportunities and prepare / review fee proposal letters
• To liaise with clients, manage projects from inception to completion, including invoicing
• Attend site to undertake site inspections and investigations to suit project requirements
• Support management of junior team of engineers and carry out reviews
• Work within agreed project time frame and budget and manage commercial performance of projects
• Be aware of the financial performance of the business unit and take responsibility for meeting targets

Services

• Undertake detailed desk top studies, detailed design reviews of structural design information carried out by 3rd parties
• Provide advisory support and carry out site visits during construction stage and building investigations
• Prepare assessment, inspection and investigations reports
• Undertake structural risk assessments of new and existing buildings
• Identify defects in design and being able to communicate findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Have a clear understanding of structural engineering issues, (including interfaces with fire and façade), and provide well supported engineering solutions through the selection of appropriate methods and tools
• Be familiar with all relevant legislation and ensure that procedures are updated accordingly
• Manage projects from inception to completion and be responsible for the associated invoicing

Qualifications and Experience

• At least seven years’ experience in engineering
• An accredited honours degree or equivalent in civil/structural engineering
• Chartered with the Institution of Civil and/or Structural Engineers
• To be passionate about structural engineering
• Confident communicator, good customer service skills
• Self‑motivated, able to prioritise and work on own initiative, as well as following instructions and working as part of a team
• Numerate, and organised with attention to detail
• Professional appearance and behaviour
• Flexible and adaptable to meet customer needs and changing priorities
• Reliable, punctual, honest and trustworthy

Desirable Skills

• Excellent computer skills, particularly with regards to Microsoft Word / Outlook, Bluebeam and commonly used industry structural analysis and design software packages (Tekla Tedds, Robot, Scia Engineer etc)

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you’ll be part of a 2,000+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry‑leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.