Structures Engineer

Ringway Jacobs; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Sick pay

Pension

Life assurance

Extra leave

Employee Assistance Programme

RJ Rewards discounts

Job summary

Ringway Jacobs is seeking an experienced Structures Engineer to lead the design and delivery of highway structure replacement, refurbishment and improvement projects across Essex. You will apply Eurocodes and DMRB standards to produce high-quality solutions for complex schemes, coordinating with the Team Leader and mentoring junior engineers.

The role requires technical leadership, strong collaborative skills with internal and external stakeholders, and adherence to CDM and Health & Safety

Qualifications

• Proven design experience using Eurocodes and DMRB.
• Working knowledge of contract specifications and the MCHW.
• Strong understanding of highway legislation, structures design standards and best practice.
• Experience in budgetary governance and cost control.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs, plans and programmes for highway structure works and services
• Lead and oversee projects to ensure successful delivery
• Support the management and monitoring of works programmes
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with CDM and Health & Safety policy
• Mentor junior staff and undertake technical checking of their work

Skills

Eurocodes knowledge

DMRB experience

Technical leadership

Budget governance

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Structures Engineer Contract: Essex Highways Location: Chelmsford Type: Permanent We are looking for an experienced Structures Engineer to lead the design and delivery of structure replacement, refurbishment and improvement projects across Essex. You will apply your expertise in DMRB, MCHW, Eurocodes and modern design standards to produce high-quality engineering solutions for complex highway structure schemes. Working closely with the Team Leader, you will plan, coordinate and manage allocated schemes while providing technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers. The role requires strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare designs, plans and programmes for highway structure works and services
• Lead and oversee projects to ensure successful delivery
• Support the management and monitoring of works programmes
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with CDM and Health & Safety policy
• Mentor junior staff and undertake technical checking of their work

About You

• Proven design experience using Eurocodes and DMRB
• Working knowledge of contract specifications and the MCHW
• Strong understanding of highway legislation, structures design standards and best practice
• Experience in budgetary governance and cost control
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM Regulations

Benefits

At Ringway Jacobs, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to supporting your development and helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

1. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours or job share, are welcome.
2. Competitive salary
3. Sick pay
4. Pension scheme
5. Life assurance
6. Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days' additional leave
7. Employee Assistance Programme
8. Access to "RJ Rewards" discounts (restaurants, holidays, leisure etc.)

About Us

Ringway Jacobs is a leading highways service provider working with local authorities
across the UK. Formed in 2005, we specialise in road network management for local government, combining engineering capability, innovation and customer focus. We manage more than 10,000 miles of highway and footway networks and are committed to delivering safe and sustainable service excellence through our values of passion, integrity and collaboration.

Ringway Jacobs is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.