Structural Senior Design Engineer

Galliford Try; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Galliford Try is looking for a Senior Structural Design Engineer specialized in water/wastewater projects. The role involves delivering high-quality designs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience and knowledge of reinforced concrete design and British Standards, with opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working practices

Pension and medical options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete design for water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Experience with British Standards, Eurocodes, and design software.

Responsibilities

• Delivering structural design in water/wastewater projects.
• Reviewing schemes and producing reports.
• Mentoring junior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Tools

STAADPro

Strand

TEKLA

TEDDS

Job description

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Galliford Try

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Bristol, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL Agencies if this role is available for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If sent, no fee will be applicable. Please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Senior Structural Design Engineer - Environment (Water)
Locations: Solihull / Grangemouth (Scotland) / Nottingham (Annesley / Warrington / Bristol), other locations considered.

**What you will be doing:**

As a Senior Structural Design Engineer, you will be a key member of the Engineering Design Team, working with Principal Engineers, Design Teams, and Design Managers to deliver high-quality designs in compliance with GT processes, BMS, and H&S Regulations. This technical role involves direct project engagement, requiring expertise in water and wastewater industry design. You may also have line management responsibilities for other engineers.

You will contribute to engineering governance, ensure design integration, support procurement and site activities, and mentor early-career engineers.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering structural design in water/wastewater projects
• Reviewing schemes, producing reports, calculations, and drawings
• Detail designing reinforced concrete and steel structures
• Modifying existing structural assets
• Mentoring junior engineers
• Producing environmentally conscious designs
• Supporting planning, costing, and scheduling
• Collaborating with various disciplines and supporting site assessments

Specific Requirements:

• Extensive experience in relevant discipline
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete design for water/wastewater infrastructure
• Experience with British Standards, Eurocodes, and design software (STAADPro, Strand, TEKLA, TEDDS)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience with structural assessments and client liaison

Additional Requirements:

• Proven track record in water sector structures
• Knowledge of structural design for various water assets
• Experience across all design stages to construction
• Ability to lead, supervise, and liaise with stakeholders

What We Can Offer:

Opportunity to work on major UK projects, with stability and career growth. We support wellbeing, training, and flexible working practices, including a comprehensive benefits package with holidays, discounts, pension, medical options, and professional memberships.

About Us:

Our purpose is to improve communities through infrastructure, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable workplace. We value integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

For more information or to apply, please contact us. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible work arrangements and those with disabilities, offering adjustments as needed.

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