Structural Engineer

Vertical Recruitment is working closely with a leading independent engineering consultancy. They have been heavily involved with some of the most notable projects in the Manchester area.

Their developments are medium to large scale and deal with a variety of sectors including commercial, retail, residential and healthcare.

Due to the successful tender of several significant projects, they are currently looking to attract a talented Structural Engineer, with 3-5 years post Graduate experience in the UK, for the Structures team.

The successful candidate will be a problem solver who is confident with project delivery, someone reliable and technically sound who communicates well. You will play a key part in major developments in Manchester and surrounding areas and your creative and innovative designs will be encouraged to secure delivery on major Manchester development schemes including healthcare/ blue light structures, masterplans and large residential developments.

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

* Be a suitably qualified Structural Engineer

* Have ample experience of working on a mixed variety of developments with a number of materials

* Be a team player who is proactive and seek out opportunities to develop

* Holidays at their company lodges and walking weekends

* Cycle to work scheme

* Awards and away days

What we offer in return

* Purposeful and innovative work in a fun, relaxed and flexible working environment

* A fair salary and industry leading staff benefits: including 5* holiday lodge accommodation! (ask to see our benefits brochure for the full list!)

* Personalised balance of support and challenge

* Training and development support to be the best you can be, awarded the "excellence in L&D" award by Construction news and "innovative training provider" by the ACE

* They are an Investors in People Platinum accredited company, standard that is currently held by fewer than 1% of IIP accredited organisations!

* 100% Employee-Owned Trust, you'll become part of that ownership structure as soon as you arrive.

* 25 days holidays + buy/sell more

* 7% pension contribution by the company and health cash plan

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

* Plus much more