Senior Structural Engineer

1 day ago

Neath, Neath Port Talbot, United Kingdom James&Nicholas LLP Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

JAMES & NICHOLAS LLP – JOB OPPORTUNITY

Having recruited successfully since the Partnership's inception in April, we are looking to strengthen with the following exciting new appointment. Please get in touch and become part of our new future

THE ROLE - SENIOR ENGINEER

Reporting to the Associate Engineering, you will be a chartered senior structural engineer responsible for delivering high-quality structural engineering services, overseeing projects within your level of authority, and providing training and supervision to junior staff.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop detailed structural designs using relevant analysis software such as TEDDS, CADS 3DMax, SCIA as well as producing hand calculations.
  • Undertake technical and feasibility studies; organise and review site investigations.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, architects, and other project stakeholders.
  • Prepare technical reports, specifications, contract documentation and tender submissions.
  • Provide technical advice to clients and respond to technical enquiries.
  • Prepare planning and Building Regulations submissions and obtain approvals.
  • Monitor and inspect construction works; resolve on-site technical issues.
  • Manage project budgets, resources, and programme delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements including CDM2015,
  • Assess sustainability and environmental impacts of schemes.
  • Deliver large-value projects independently and coordinate multi-disciplinary inputs.
  • Support business development and actively promote the practice's services.
  • Assist senior management with training, mentoring and development of the engineering team.
  • Supervise graduates and junior engineers; support their technical development.
  • Undertake contract administration tasks including interim/final accounts and practical completion.
  • Comply with the practice's administrative, personnel and H&S procedures at all times.

Person specification

Essential

  • BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Chartered with
    IstructE or ICE
    .
  • Extensive consulting experience in structural engineering, surveying, and design (Minimum 8 year Post Graduate experience).
  • Strong knowledge of statutory requirements, technical publications, and current guidance.
  • Experience of negotiating, supervising and leading technical teams.
  • Proven ability to deliver projects to deadlines and within budgets.
  • Excellent numerical, analytical and IT skills.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and methodical project management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance obligations.

Desirable

  • Experience in the heavy industrial sector.
  • Master's qualification.
  • Knowledge of key contracts such as JCT and NEC 3/4

Benefits & development

  • Competitive salary with opportunity for clear progression routes.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Company pension scheme (to be discussed at interview stage)
  • Access to a broad learning & development platform with coaching, mentoring and professional training.
  • Support for further learning and professional development.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance.

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