Structural Engineer

Brandon James; Witney; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon James seeks a Structural Engineer to join the Nottingham team, handling a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects while developing technical expertise. You will work on site and in the office, inspecting structures and preparing calculations and reports to support project delivery.

A Civil/Structural Engineering degree with UK experience is required. Membership with ICE or IStructE is advantageous, and a full UK driving licence with travel to sites is important for the

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Membership or progression towards ICE/IStructE is advantageous; Chartered status desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and structures and carry out site surveys.
• Prepare structural calculations, specifications and technical reports.
• Develop suitable engineering solutions for a range of projects.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, architects and other consultants.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, British Standards and Eurocodes.

Skills

Structural engineering knowledge

Client liaison

Communication skills

Site and office work

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

An established and growing property and building consultancy is looking to appoint a Structural Engineer to join their Nottingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Structural Engineer who wants to work across a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects while developing their technical expertise and career.

The successful Structural Engineer will work closely with experienced surveying and engineering professionals, providing practical structural and civil engineering advice to clients across a broad range of properties and projects.

The Role

As a Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for inspecting buildings and structures, preparing calculations and technical reports, and developing suitable engineering solutions. The position will involve both site-based and office-based work, with regular interaction with clients, consultants and other construction professionals.

Typical responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out structural inspections and site surveys
• Preparing structural calculations, specifications and technical reports
• Assessing building defects and recommending appropriate remedial solutions
• Producing and reviewing structural designs
• Supporting projects from initial investigation through to completion
• Liaising with clients, contractors, architects and other consultants
• Ensuring work complies with relevant UK Building Regulations, British Standards and Eurocodes

The successful Structural Engineer will need strong technical knowledge alongside the ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical clients.

Required Experience

The ideal Structural Engineer will have a degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline, alongside relevant UK industry experience.

Membership of, or progress towards membership with, a relevant professional body such as ICE or IStructE would be advantageous. Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status is also desirable.

A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to sites will be important for the role.

Package

£45,000 - £55,000 salary

Based in Oxford

Benefits package

• Continued professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Varied residential and commercial project workload

The Opportunity

This Structural Engineer position offers the chance to join a professional consultancy with a varied workload and supportive team environment, making it an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Structural Engineer looking to progress their career