Structural Engineer

HBL Associates; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HBL Associates Ltd. in Greater Manchester seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the structural engineering delivery on small and medium-sized projects. You will work closely with technicians, architects and other engineers to develop robust, buildable solutions and ensure design integrity.

The role involves reviewing calculations, coordinating interfaces, mentoring graduates and maintaining high professional standards across design reviews and CPD.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural analysis across a range of building types and materials.
• Ability to prepare clear structural calculations and drawings to relevant standards.
• Develop buildable structural solutions from concept to construction.
• Experience assessing existing structures for strengthening or alteration.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering delivery on small to medium projects.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, civil, MEP and subcontractors.
• Respond to technical queries from clients and contractors.
• Attend site inspections and review construction against design intent.
• Maintain design information and calculations per quality procedures.
• Identify and manage project risks with the wider team.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to graduates and engineers.

Skills

Structural analysis

Concrete design

Steel design

Timber design

Masonry design

Coordination

Technical reporting

Mentoring juniors

Structural software

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Structural EngineerCore Responsibilities

Core Technical Responsibilities

• Undertake structural analysis and design across a range of building types, materials and forms of construction, including steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber.
• Prepare clear and accurate structural calculations, design sketches and technical information in accordance with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes and project requirements.
• Develop practical, buildable structural solutions from concept through to detailed design and construction.
• Assess existing structures and develop appropriate repair, strengthening or alteration solutions where required.
• Review drawings and models to ensure structural design intent is accurately represented and coordinated.

Project Support & Delivery

• Take responsibility for the structural engineering delivery of projects, working closely with technicians, civil engineers and other members of the design team.
• Coordinate structural designs with architectural, civil, MEP and specialist subcontractor information, identifying and resolving design interfaces at an early stage.
• Respond to technical queries from clients, contractors and other consultants throughout the design and construction process.
• Attend site inspections and meetings where required, reviewing construction against the structural design and providing practical engineering input.
• Manage design information and calculations in accordance with HBL’s quality procedures and project requirements.
• Work to agreed project programmes, identifying technical or programme risks and raising these with the wider project team.

Technical Development & Quality

• Maintain a strong understanding of relevant structural engineering legislation, design standards, technical guidance and industry best practice.
• Undertake appropriate checking and review of calculations, drawings and technical information in line with experience and level of responsibility.
• Contribute to the development of HBL’s calculation templates, standard details, specifications and technical procedures.
• Develop proficiency in structural analysis and design software, using appropriate engineering judgement to verify and interpret outputs.
• Maintain CPD and actively develop technical knowledge across different structural materials, systems and construction methods.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with engineers, technicians and external consultants to deliver coordinated and efficient design solutions.
• Communicate structural concepts and technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical members of the project team.
• Participate in internal design reviews, contributing ideas and challenging solutions where opportunities exist to improve buildability, efficiency or value.
• Support and share knowledge with graduate and junior engineers, helping develop their technical understanding and engineering judgement.

Professional & Leadership Responsibilities (Senior Level)

• Lead the structural engineering delivery of small and medium-sized projects, taking responsibility for technical quality, coordination and programme.
• Provide technical guidance, checking and mentoring to graduate and intermediate engineers.
• Develop structural design strategies at concept stage and communicate these effectively to clients and the wider design team.
• Work independently on complex engineering problems, applying sound engineering judgement and recognising when specialist input or further investigation is required.
• Take an active role in maintaining and improving technical standards across HBL, including design reviews, checking procedures and knowledge sharing.
• Support project management activities, including programme, resource planning and monitoring project delivery against the agreed scope.

General Expectations

• Demonstrate strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to technical detail.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities and communicate proactively where risks, changes or technical issues arise.
• Uphold HBL’s professional standards and contribute positively to a collaborative working environment.
• Take ownership of personal development and CPD, including progression towards or maintenance of appropriate professional qualifications.