Structural Engineer

JGR Recruitment & Training Ltd; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer in Bridgend, United Kingdom. This role involves delivering high-quality structural engineering services and overseeing projects. Candidates should have a BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering and extensive consulting experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £37k plus, negotiable based on experience, along with benefits like flexible working arrangements and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Cycle to work scheme

Company pension scheme

Access to learning and development platform

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of post-graduate experience in structural engineering.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed structural designs using relevant analysis software.
• Manage project budgets, resources, and programme delivery.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Consulting experience

Project management

Technical problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of legislation

Education

BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering

Chartered with IstructE or ICE

Tools

TEDDS

CADS 3DMax

SCIA

Job description

The Role

Reporting to the Associate Engineering, you will be a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer responsible for delivering high quality structural engineering services, overseeing projects within your level of authority and providing training and supervision to junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed structural designs using relevant analysis software - TEDDS, CADS 3DMax, SCIA as well as producing hand calculations.
• Undertake technical and feasibility studies; organise and review site investigations.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, architects and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, contract documentation and tender submissions.
• Provide technical advice to clients and respond to technical enquiries.
• Prepare planning and building regulations submissions and obtain approvals.
• Monitor and inspect construction works; resolve on-site technical issues.
• Manage project budgets, resources and programme delivery.
• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015.
• Assess sustainability and environmental impacts of schemes.
• Deliver large-value-projects independently and coordinate multi-disciplinary inputs.
• Support business development and actively promote the practice services.
• Assist senior management with training, mentor and development of the engineering team.
• Supervise graduates and junior engineers; support their technical development.
• Undertake contract administration tasks including interim/final accounts and practical completion.
• Comply with the practice's administrative, personnel and H&S procedures at all times.

Personal Attributes

• BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering.
• Chartered with IstructE or ICE.
• Extensive consulting experience in structural engineering, surveying and design (Minimum 8 year Post Graduate experience).
• Strong knowledge of statutory requirements, technical publications and current guidance negotiating, supervising and leading technical teams.
• Proven ability to deliver projects to deadlines and within budgets.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and IT skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and methodical project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of legislation and compliance obligations.

Benefits and development

• Competitive salary with opportunity for clear progression routes.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Company pension scheme (to be discussed at interview stage).
• Access to a broad learning and development platform with coaching, mentoring and professional support for further learning and professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.

The salary is £37k plus, per annum, this is negotiable depending on experience.