Steelwork Engineer

NRL Recruitment; Almondsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Design Manager / Steelwork Engineer to oversee design delivery for significant infrastructure projects in the UK's energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, strong experience in structural steelwork design, and excellent project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful projects.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven track record in structural steelwork design, adhering to national standards.
• Experience in complex, self-delivery project environments.
• Strong skills in independent decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and coordination of design outputs.
• Oversee the review of key design materials and documentation.
• Proactively identify and mitigate design delivery risks.

Skills

Structural steelwork design

Project planning

Communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Navisworks

CEMAR

Job description

About the Opportunity

NRL is recruiting for a proactive and detail-driven Design Manager / Steelwork Engineer to join one of our key clients, supporting one of the most significant infrastructure developments in the UK's energy sector.

Join a forward-thinking team committed to innovation, safety, and collaboration across complex, large-scale infrastructure projects that deliver real national and international impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Design Manager / Steelwork Engineer, you'll take ownership of design delivery across your assigned scope, ensuring the timely production and management of all associated project deliverables. Working within a collaborative team environment, you'll oversee design activities, manage risks, and engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure quality, cost, and programme objectives are met.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and coordination of design outputs across designated project buildings.
• Oversee the compilation and review of key design materials, including input data, calculations, technical drawings, reports, and meeting documentation.
• Organise and document meetings, presentations, and design reviews to ensure clear communication and traceability of design changes.
• Manage the preparation and control of formal project documentation, such as Field Change Requests, Requests for Information (RFIs), and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks affecting design delivery while maintaining effective engagement with stakeholders.
• Exercise sound engineering judgement to make timely, informed decisions that contribute to successful project outcomes.
• Report directly to the Deputy Delivery Lead, maintaining close collaboration with internal teams and external partners throughout all project phases.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Mechanical Engineering considered with suitable experience).
• Proven track record in structural steelwork design, adhering to national standards – ideally including Eurocodes.
• Experience working within complex, self-delivery project environments, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong background in project planning, coordination, and execution, ensuring delivery to time and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in independent decision-making supported by solid analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Sound understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations and their application within engineering projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Navisworks, and relevant structural analysis tools (e.g., CEMAR).

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on major nuclear and energy infrastructure programmes with national and international impact.
• Competitive rate of pay and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and technically skilled working environment.
• Supportive leadership structure with access to expert guidance and mentorship.
• Flexible working arrangements, depending on project requirements and location.

Location

Bristol.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.