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Are you an experienced Structural Engineer looking to specialise in façade remediation and contribute to safer, compliant buildings across the UK? We are working with a leading façade contractor who are expanding their in‑house design and engineering capability. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established organisation operating at the forefront of the façade remediation sector. The business is offering a competitive salary, long‑term progression, and the chance to work on high‑profile recladding and safety‑critical remediation schemes.

As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key part in the design and delivery of façade remediation projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing structural calculations for façade systems, including wind load, peak velocity, static and fixing calculations.
• Engineering checks for SFS, top hats, C‑channels, brackets, support components etc.
• Designing and reviewing proposals in line with RIBA Stages 3‑5.
• Working on temporary works assessments and analysing load‑bearing capacity of existing steel or concrete structures.

• Applying current legislation including the Building Safety Act 2022 and Higher‑Risk Building Regulations (2023).
• Ensuring designs align with CWCT guidance and Part A of the Building Regulations.
• Attending site surveys, sketching existing details and converting them into CAD drawings.

• Working closely with an internal design team and pre‑construction department.
• Communicating directly with clients during design meetings and progress updates.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers where needed.

We’re looking for someone who can bring both technical strength and strong communication skills. You should have:

• Chartered status (IStructE/ICE) or actively working towards it.
• Experience producing structural calculations for façade, cladding or external envelope systems.
• Good understanding of construction detailing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of relevant building regulations and façade industry standards.
• Experience in façade remediation or fire‑safety related projects (desirable).
• Familiarity with Gateway 2 / Higher‑Risk Building processes (desirable).

• Salary between £50,000‑£70,000, depending on experience.
• Well‑established specialist contractor with consistent project pipeline.
• Strong internal design and engineering team.
• Career progression and professional development support.
• Office based in the North Manchester region.

If you are interested in this role please apply now and contact Luke Thompson for more information.