Senior Structural Engineer

Niyaa People; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chesterfield is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to oversee housing project designs. The role offers flexibility, including the option to work from home up to three days a week, along with generous annual leave and wellness support. Candidates should have extensive experience in housing projects, a relevant degree, and proficiency in engineering design software. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on community development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

23-32 days annual leave

Paid sick leave

Enhanced parental leave

Wellness support schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and delivering housing projects, both new builds and refurbishments.
• Strong understanding of building codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and oversight of engineering solutions for housing projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and safety standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development.

Skills

Designing housing projects

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or HND in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

STAAD Pro

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join a dynamic Social Housing team and lead the design and delivery of vital housing projects in the Derby area. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the local community through the management and oversight of residential developments, refurbishments, and ongoing maintenance.

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will lead the design, analysis, and delivery of structural solutions, ensuring the safety, quality, and sustainability of housing projects. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing technical aspects of various schemes and mentoring junior engineers within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and oversight of engineering solutions for housing projects, from initial concept through to completion.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Manage technical aspects of projects, including reviewing plans, calculations, and specifications.
• Conduct site inspections and liaise with contractors, architects, and project managers to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their professional development as they work towards becoming Senior Structural Engineers themselves.
• Communicate with key stakeholders to ensure project objectives align with community needs and expectations.

What We Offer

We believe in supporting our employees and providing a balanced, flexible working environment. Here's what you can expect:

• Work Flexibility: Enjoy flexible working options with the ability to work from home up to three days a week.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer various flexible working arrangements such as flexitime, compressed hours, annualized hours, job share, and reduced hours.
• Generous Annual Leave: 23-32 days annual leave (depending on length of service), plus 8 bank holidays and 1 discretionary day at Christmas.
• Paid sick leave from the first year of employment.
• Enhanced parental leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, exceeding the legal minimum.
• Bereavement leave (up to 7 days) and compassionate leave (up to 7 days).
• Paid emergency dependants leave and up to 7 days paid leave for major domestic crises.
• Leave for public duties and the option for a career break of up to one year’s unpaid leave.
• Wellness and Support: Comprehensive work-life balance policies and a range of schemes designed to support your overall well‑being.

To Thrive in This Role, You Will Need

• A degree in Civil or a HND in Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in designing and delivering housing projects, with a focus on both new builds and refurbishment.
• Proficiency with engineering design software (AutoCAD, Revit, STAAD Pro).
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, apply today or contact Fatima Ali at 07488 866 707 or email for a confidential chat!