Structural Engineer Design Consultancy

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Colwich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Colwich is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role involves designing structural engineering content from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £53,000, along with 23 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and additional benefits. This hybrid role encourages continuous personal development and welcomes diverse applicants.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days' holiday with opportunity to buy extra leave

Paid volunteer day

Auto-enrolment to pension scheme

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Structural Engineer.
• Knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and related regulations.
• Capable of preparing detailed structural engineering drawings.
• Sound knowledge of structural engineering in general building construction.
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Responsibilities

• Design structural engineering content from inception to completion.
• Assist Senior Engineers in determining corporate policy.
• Ensure structural schemes are within approved budgets.
• Promote high design and construction standards.

Skills

Chartered Structural Engineer

Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations

Detail drawing preparation

Sound knowledge of building construction

Proficiency in CAD

Job description

Employer:

Location:

ST17 0XA

Pay:

Salary not specified.

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

12/03/2026

About this job

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Structural Engineer specialising in Design Consultancy, working within our Stafford based team you will play a crucial role in what we offer to our clients.

At Entrust Property Services, we pride ourselves on being a one-stop solution for the design, procurement, and maintenance of buildings and services.

As part of our dynamic in-house practice, we bring together architectural, surveying, engineering, and specialist building services expertise to deliver comprehensive, high-quality solutions across the schools property lifecycle.

Our Design Group is at the heart of this mission‑offering responsive, efficient, and professional consultancy services that support construction projects and property risk management.

From capital design to resource management, we are committed to exceeding client expectations through exceptional service, technical excellence, and a collaborative approach ensuring that the schools in the Staffordshire area are receiving a world class design service.

This is a hybrid role.

As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

What you'll be doing:

The good design of the structural engineering content of the architectural, building and design projects from Inception to Completion, either on an individual basis or as part of a Project Team.

To assist the Senior Engineers and Principal Engineer in the determination of corporate policy on structural engineering matters.

To assist in ensuring that the structural engineering content of schemes is carried out within approved budgets and agreed time scales.

To assist the promotion and development of the highest quality of design and constructional standards for structural engineering with particular emphasis on value-for-money and cost-in-use, whilst assisting the Senior Engineers and Principal Engineer in ensuring compliance with the Client's requirements, current legislation and Codes of Practice.

What we're looking for: Essential skills and experience

• Chartered Structural Engineer.
• Possess knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Asbestos Regulations, COSHH, CDM and other legislation and regulations concerned with building and development.
• Be capable of preparing detailed structural engineering drawings to a good standard.
• Have a sound knowledge of structural engineering as it relates to general building construction.
• Be capable of using computer aided design (CAD)
• Proactive on-going personal development will be expected leading to membership of a relevant engineering institution and registration with The Engineering Council.

We'll work with clients across a range of other sectors including central government, health, and the private sector.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive basic salary £50,000 - £53,000 dependent upon experience - 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Auto-enrolment to our company pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle
• from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform You'll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita.

You'll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors.

There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do just that.

Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you'll do next

Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Equal Opportunities

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We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us.

We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process.

Please email reasonableadjustmentscapita.com or call 07784 237318 and we'll get back to you to discuss.

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