Senior Lead / Associate Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy with over 50 years of experience in delivering world-class projects across the UK. As a Senior Lead or Associate Structural Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing complex structures in diverse sectors, including healthcare. Enjoy a competitive salary and opportunities for progression, especially for those aspiring to reach Associate level. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements, a vibrant company culture with social events, and a collaborative team environment. If you're passionate about structural design and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Social events

Sports teams

BBQs

Office parties

Charity walks

Qualifications

• Experience in developing complex structural designs across various sectors.
• Managing design teams of at least 2-3 engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Designing, managing, and delivering multiple projects at various stages of design.
• Collaborating with architects, project managers, and MEP professionals.

Skills

Chartered Structural Engineer

Structural Design

Design Software (TEDDS, Tekla Structures, Staad Pro)

BIM Environment

Team Management

Communication Skills

Education

Chartered Engineer Qualification

Tools

TEDDS

Tekla Structures

Staad Pro

Job description

Job Description

Your new company

Your new company is an established multidisciplinary consultancy with over 50 years' experience designing and delivering a range of world-class projects across the UK's built environment. They serve a diverse client base in healthcare, education, workplace, life science, sports & leisure, heritage, and other sectors, handling projects from £30m up to £300m+.

The Northern C&S team you will join comprises 22 civil and structural staff, collaborating with architects, project managers, and MEP professionals.

Your new role

You will join the business as a Senior Lead (equivalent to Principal) or Associate Structural Engineer, responsible for designing, managing, and delivering multiple projects at various stages of design.

What you'll need to succeed

• You must be a Chartered Structural Engineer with experience in developing complex structural designs across various sectors, ideally including healthcare.
• Strong technical skills with proficiency in design software such as TEDDS, Tekla Structures, Staad Pro, and experience working in a BIM environment.
• Experience managing design teams of at least 2-3 engineers and technicians.
• Good communication skills, self-organization, and a passion for structural design.

What you'll get in return

A competitive salary in the range of £55,000 - £65,000. Applications are welcome if your expectations exceed this range.

Opportunities for progression are available, especially for candidates joining as Senior Lead (Principal equivalent), with a short-term progression plan to Associate.

Hybrid and flexible working patterns are standard—3 days in the office, 2 from home.

The company fosters a strong culture, including social events ('Design and Wine'), sports teams, BBQs, office parties, and charity walks.

What you need to do now

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