Senior Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer

​; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer. You will work on various projects, including new build schools and residential blocks, delivering comprehensive engineering services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering and relevant software proficiency. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Leave – 25 days

Volunteering days

Mental Health Support

Financial Benefits

Medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible Working

Career Development

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a relevant design role.
• A good understanding of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Production of structural engineering work packages.
• Undertake survey inspections and produce reports.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

Skills

Proficiency in Tekla

Proficiency in Tedds

Proficiency in SCIA

Education

Good degree in structural engineering

Chartered Membership or working towards

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer sought at this award-winning and prestigious, Large Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Manchester.

Overview

Our client is a large, independent firm of consultants and project managers in the property and construction sector. Operating from multiple offices across the UK and internationally, this well-established practice delivers integrated services to a broad range of clients in the public and private spheres. The team is known for their collaborative approach, technical expertise in diverse disciplines, and commitment to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across all project scales.

The are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer to join their structures team. In this role you will be responsible for assisting in the provision of a wide range of engineering services to a variety of projects including new build schools, retirement villages, car manufacturing plants and residential tower blocks.

Key Responsibilities

• Production of structural engineering work packages relating to medium to large development projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Production of calculations packages for Building Control submission.
• Undertake survey inspections and produce written reports in good English on findings, set out in a logical manner with appropriate recommendations.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Represent the company at external meetings with clients, contractors, and fellow professionals.
• Be responsible for delivering work to a fee and to timescales agreed.
• Prepare client / project proposals.
• Agree design philosophy / design fundamentals.
• Manage individuals or groups within the team on a daily basis from both a technical and workflow perspectives.
• Assist in organising the wider team workflow in conjunction with the project billing.
• Input into the monthly team financials.

Requirements

• Be a graduate with a good degree in structural engineering
• Chartered Member of Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers (or working towards this)
• Proven track record of working in a relevant design role which will be discussed at interview
• A good understanding of regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in use of design software such as Tekla, Tedds, SCIA

On offer

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave – 25 days plus options to buy, carry over, or sell.
• Community Spirit – Three volunteering days each year.
• Mental Health Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders and app.
• Financial Benefits – Life assurance, pension scheme, and income protection.
• Physical Wellbeing – Medical insurance, private GP access, and discounted gym membership.
• Flexible Working – Hybrid working tailored to you and your team.
• Career Development – Support for professional, personal, and educational growth.
• Extra Benefits – Performance bonus, car allowance, and more based on role.

To apply for the position of Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).

Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.

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