Senior Structural Engineer

Calibre Search; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer. The role involves conducting structural inspections and preparing detailed reports on numerous building types. You'll also mentor junior engineers and manage client relationships. This position offers a flexible work environment with options for office and site work, promoting a balanced technical role in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in structural inspections and defect diagnosis.
• Ability to produce detailed, professional reports.
• Experience in client liaison and preparing fee proposals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural surveys and investigations across multiple building types.
• Produce detailed reports with observations and findings.
• Mentor and support less experienced team members.

Skills

Inspection and design expertise

Client interaction

Mentoring junior engineers

Job description

Structural Engineer - Defect Diagnosis & Structural Investigations

I'm currently working with an established consultancy in Liverpool City Centre that is looking to appoint an experienced Structural Engineer with strong expertise in inspection and design. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied technical role, balancing site inspections, reporting, client interaction and mentoring.

The position offers a flexible blend of office, remote and site work, with full-time preferred, however, a 4-day week can be considered for the right candidate.

The Role

You'll be carrying out structural inspections across a wide variety of properties, including residential, commercial, healthcare and education buildings. Your work will focus on diagnosing defects, advising on remedial solutions and preparing clear, professional reports.

You will also support the wider team with client liaison, fee proposals, invoicing and offering guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structural surveys and investigations across multiple building types
• Produce detailed reports with observations, findings and recommended remedial actions
• Prepare schedules of remedial works
• Assess structural suitability for alterations and prepare associated design drawings
• Oversee the production of design drawings and technical specifications for tenders
• Analyse structural defects and provide practical remediation strategies
• Attend construction sites to monitor progress and advise contractors
• Contribute to fee proposals, scopes of services and invoicing
• Support internal QA processes and maintain project documentation
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business
• Mentor and support less experienced team members

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