Structural Engineer

SOCOTEC UK Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wakefield is seeking a Building Control Structural Checking Engineer to manage client projects and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have chartered status and over seven years of experience in structural engineering. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining technical issues to clients. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including 25 days holiday and an electric car scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• Chartered status with the Institution of Civil and/or Structural Engineers required.
• Minimum of seven years' experience in structural engineering.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and projects from inception to completion.
• Mentor and support a team of junior engineers.
• Attend sites for inspections and investigations.

Skills

Chartered status with the Institution of Civil and/or Structural Engineers

Strong client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivation and organizational skills

Education

Accredited honours degree in civil/structural engineering

Job description

Overview

Building Control Structural Checking Engineer

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Building and Real Estate Division. SOCOTEC's Building Control teams provide an award-winning, flexible and forward-thinking approach, as well as a high level of technical capability, providing our clients with cost-effective and practical solutions for the full range of structural engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

• Managing client relationships and projects from inception to completion, including detailed design reviews and structural risk assessments
• Mentoring and supporting a team of junior engineers, reviewing their work and driving technical development
• Attending sites to undertake inspections and investigations, preparing assessment and investigation reports
• Assisting with bidding, strategic decision-making and supporting our multi-disciplinary offering across the business

Qualifications

• Chartered status with the Institution of Civil and/or Structural Engineers with an accredited honours degree in civil/structural engineering
• At least seven years' experience in structural engineering with passion for the discipline
• Strong client relationship management skills and the ability to identify business development opportunities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
• Self-motivation, strong organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you'll be part of a 2500+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Application

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental progress.