Structural Engineer - Design Consultancy

Capita; Stafford (VA); Hybrid; USD 67,069 - 71,093; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive basic salary

Hybrid working

23 days’ holiday (rising to 27)

Paid volunteering day

Company pension and life assurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

A leading design consultancy is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer specializing in design consultancy. You will join the Stafford team to design structural engineering content for various projects, assist in policy determination, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role offers hybrid working and a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £53,000, along with numerous benefits including holidays, pensions, and personal development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proactive ongoing personal development is expected leading to engineering institution membership.
• Possess solid knowledge of structural engineering relevant to building construction.

Responsibilities

• Design structural engineering content for architectural and building projects.
• Assist in determining corporate policy on structural engineering matters.
• Ensure engineering projects are carried out within approved budgets and time frames.

Skills

Chartered Structural Engineer

Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations

Ability to prepare structural engineering drawings

Knowledge of structural engineering in building construction

Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD)

Education

Membership in a relevant engineering institution

Job description

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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.

Job Description

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 ongoing personal development will be expected leading to membership of a relevant engineering institution and registration with The Engineering Council.

About Capita

Capita is an outsourcer, helping clients across the public and private sectors run complex business processes more efficiently, creating better consumer experiences. Operating across 8 countries, Capita’s 41,000 colleagues support primarily UK and European clients with people‑based services underpinned by market‑leading technology.

We’re a vital support service for our clients, enabling the everyday interactions that we expect to run seamlessly, to run seamlessly.

A publicly listed business with adjusted revenue of £2.6bn, Capita’s areas of focus are Central Government, Local Public Service, Defence, Learning, Fire & Security, Contact Centres and Pensions Solutions. We’re embracing change to respond to the ever‑changing needs of society, creating better outcomes for all our stakeholders.

About Entrust

Entrust is a joint venture company between Capita and Staffordshire County Council and has supported educational establishments across England to improve outcomes since 2013. ‘Excellence in education’ is the heart of our business. Our passion is inspiring futures and improving outcomes for children, young people and adults. We work in partnership with schools, academy trusts and Local Authorities to provide specialist expertise, ensuring every child and young person;

• receives a good education;
• is in a safe and healthy environment;
• and is given expert guidance to realise their full potential.

We also work with clients across a range of other sectors including central government, health, and the private sector. Our achievements are underpinned by our vision ‘to inspire futures’ by being Open, Ingenious, Collaborative and Effective. By building on our reputation for excellence and delivering what we promise, we want to help make every school in England a good school, ensuring every child and young person gets the education they deserve.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working
• 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

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. 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 [e-mail] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.

If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - [e-mail]