Senior Structural Engineer

Vertical Recruitment are working with an award winning, leading consultancy working within the built environment. They have 14 offices across the UK and Ireland and are an employee-owned trust. They are renowned for their expertise in civil and structural engineering, transport planning, geo-environmental and geo-technical engineering, infrastructure, and as principal designers. They are known for their involvement in some of Manchester most prolific developments.

They are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their Civil and Structures team in Manchester, the successful candidate will be a problem solver who is confident with project delivery, someone reliable and technically sound who communicates well with people at all levels and champions teamwork & Innovation.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

* Responsible for the analysis and design of building structures, progressing to overall design of structures

* The production of schematic/concept designs and structural design calculations within defined project timescales

* Liaising with other construction professionals in the development of designs

* Undertaking structural designs using ROBOT or TEKLA and by hand as required

* Directing technicians in the production of AutoCAD and REVIT drawing information undertaking and quality reviews of drawn information prior to issue

* Liaising with Infrastructure team to ensure their design is fully co-ordinated.

* Developing relationships with clients and other professionals to strengthen their brand position.

* Undertake general structural surveys and subsequently produce reports, letters and general correspondence associated with this work.

* The diagnosis of structural defects and the development of appropriate repair strategies.

* Attend external design meetings with clients and other design team members.

Essential Requirements

* Accredited degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering

* Hold or be working towards Chartered status (IStructE or ICE).

* IT literate with experience of structural design software packages and Microsoft Office

* Technically competent and understand the fundamental stability requirements of structures and construction details.

* Experience working with the Eurocodes & Building Regulations

* Hold a Valid Driving license

Benefits include:

Helping their employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is essential to our client. If you join, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you'll also be able to explore flexible working arrangements and an outstanding package that includes:

* Family feel culture

* Being part of an Employee-owned Trust

* Award winning L&D team who champion personal and professional development

* 25 days holidays + birthday holiday and option to purchase further holidays

* Hybrid working policy

* 7% company pension contribution and a Health cash plan

* Employee wellness program - Access to support like 24/7 GP, Get Fit programme, mental health, financial and legal support, plus more

* Workplace nursery scheme

* Enjoy technology benefit

* Competitive salary and annual reviews

* Life assurance and long-term illness protection

* Enhanced maternity pay

* Holidays at our company lodges and walking weekends

* Cycle to work scheme, awards and away days