Senior/Principal Structural Engineer

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

Job summary

A top-tier Independent Structural Engineering Consultancy seeks a Senior to Principal Structural Engineer for a significant £1 Billion regeneration project in Manchester. The role includes managing a design team, client interactions, and overseeing project delivery, offering a unique opportunity to advance within the organization.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company sick pay scheme

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Permanent health insurance

Employee assistance program

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in conducting meetings and working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in a consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of various types of projects including residential and mixed-use.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering designs per client requirements.
• Lead technical delivery of projects, supervising staff.
• Act as point of contact for clients on projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical competence

Education

Degree in civil or structural engineering

Chartered MIStructE

Job description

Job Description

Vertical Recruitment is working closely with an award-winning Independent Structural Engineering Consultancy. The business remained strong throughout 2020 and now, due to a significant project win, they can offer the chance to work on a 1 Billion pound landmark regeneration project. This includes several high-rise buildings for residential, retail, and commercial use.

The business is looking to appoint a Senior to Principal level Structural Engineer into their well-established and successful design team in Central Manchester. Working closely with Directors, the Principal Engineer will contribute to the operational delivery of projects, manage client relationships, and oversee a team, developing their skills with a view to taking on a fuller managerial role in due course.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage engineering designs in line with client requirements.
2. Review designs produced by junior staff.
3. Take a lead role in the technical delivery of projects, providing supervision and guidance to less experienced staff.
4. Act as a recognized point of contact for clients on projects.
5. Contribute to the day-to-day management and control of projects, including financial management, compliance checks, environmental, and health and safety procedures.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

• Degree qualified in civil or structural engineering.
• Chartered MIStructE.
• Proven experience in technical competence, conducting meetings, and working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience working in a consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of residential, student accommodation, mixed-use, hotels, sports, and leisure projects.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Flexible working.
• Permanent health insurance.
• Employee assistance program, including access to telephone counseling.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical insurance.