Structural Engineer

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Ringway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Recruitment is supporting a Manchester-based structural engineering consultancy to hire a Structural Engineer with 3+ years' experience. You will lead design, calculations and deliverables while collaborating with senior engineers and technicians.

Located in central Manchester, the role offers mentorship toward Chartered status, a varied project portfolio and exposure to client liaison, design reviews and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of three years' relevant consultancy experience.
• Graduate membership of IStructE or ICE.
• Experience towards Chartered Engineer status with commitment to PDP.
• Experience developing structural designs, preparing calculations and delivering project work.
• Ability to manage projects with a degree of autonomy.
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with clients and design team.
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of budgets, timescales, QA and health & safety requirements.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural and civil engineering designs across project stages.
• Prepare structural calculations including load takedowns.
• Apply stability principles and develop engineering solutions.
• Produce sketches, diagrams and technical information for concepts.
• Coordinate design information with technicians and other disciplines.
• Manage drafting work and review deliverables for quality.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Prepare structural reports, specifications and documentation.
• Undertake site visits during construction and report on progress.
• Manage multiple projects, delivering on time, budget and scope.
• Identify design risks and contribute to risk assessments and planning.
• Provide guidance to graduate and junior engineers.
• Maintain QA procedures and ensure work is reviewed.

Skills

Autonomy

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Graduate membership of IStructE or ICE

Chartered Engineer status pursuit / progression

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Tekla TEDDS

Tekla Structures

Chorus

Job description

Vertical Recruitment is working with an established structural and civil engineering consultancy to recruit a Structural Engineer for its Manchester office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer with at least three years' experience to take the next step in their career, working on a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors.

The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to take ownership of projects, develop client relationships and work alongside experienced engineers and technical leaders. You will benefit from ongoing mentorship and support towards Chartered status, with the opportunity to develop your technical expertise and progress your career.

Located in central Manchester, offering a modern working environment in the heart of the city.

The Role

You will contribute to the delivery of structural and civil engineering projects, taking responsibility for your own designs, calculations and project deliverables, while working closely with senior engineers and technicians.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing structural and civil engineering designs across various project stages.
• Preparing structural calculations, including load takedowns and the design of individual structural elements.
• Applying structural stability principles and developing appropriate engineering solutions.
• Producing sketches, diagrams and technical information to communicate design concepts.
• Coordinating design information with technicians and other engineering disciplines.
• Managing drafting work and reviewing technical deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Attending client meetings, design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Preparing structural engineering reports, specifications and technical documentation.
• Undertaking site visits during construction and reporting on progress and technical matters.
• Managing multiple projects, ensuring delivery against programme deadlines, budgets and agreed scopes.
• Identifying design risks and contributing to risk assessments and construction planning.
• Providing guidance and technical support to graduate and junior engineers.
• Maintaining quality assurance procedures and ensuring all work is appropriately reviewed.

About You

We are interested in speaking with engineers who are keen to develop their technical capabilities, take greater ownership of projects and progress towards Chartered status.

You will ideally have:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• A minimum of three years' relevant consultancy experience.
• Graduate membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• Experience working towards Chartered Engineer status, with a commitment to continued professional development.
• Experience developing structural designs, preparing calculations and delivering project work.
• The ability to manage projects and deliver work with a good degree of autonomy.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients and other design team members.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• An understanding of project budgets, timescales, quality assurance and health and safety requirements.
• The right to work in the UK.

A full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential. Flexibility to travel to project sites and meetings when required is expected.

Software Experience

Experience with relevant structural design and drafting software is desirable, including:

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Bluebeam
• Tekla TEDDS
• Tekla Structures
• Chorus

Why This Opportunity?

Joining a medium-sized consultancy offers the opportunity to become involved in projects from initial concept through to detailed design and construction, gaining valuable experience across the full project lifecycle.

You will work alongside experienced engineering professionals, benefit from direct mentorship and have the opportunity to develop your technical and project management skills in a supportive environment.

With a varied project portfolio, a collaborative team culture and a clear focus on professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for a Structural Engineer looking to build their career and work towards Chartership.