Lead Structural Engineer

Company Description

Ayesa is a globally-oriented, forward-thinking company deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, equity, and sustainability. These principles form the bedrock of our dedication to our 12,000+ employees and serve as the driving forces behind our spirit of innovation.

With a presence in over 40 countries worldwide, Ayesa has earned a prominent international reputation in various engineering fields, including infrastructure, water conveyance and treatment systems, transportation, marine projects, waste management, aeronautics, and defense. Additionally, Ayesa is a well-established technology consultancy, specializing in facilitating the digital transformation of large corporations, particularly in the utilities sector, and providing technological solutions for public institutions.

As a technology and engineering firm, we complement our technological proficiency with the capacity to design physical infrastructures. This includes crafting distinctive buildings that imbue cities with character, designing iconic bridges that seamlessly blend into their surroundings, creating transportation systems such as high-speed roads, intelligent roadways, stations, and airports that serve as the backbone of regions, and engineering remotely controlled networks for energy and water distribution, driving urban and demographic development.

Position

This new role has been identified to support our Water Structures capability. This role is required to provide the lead Structural Engineering expertise with water and wastewater experience to support the delivery of both the NWC and future UK water services projects. The addition of further Structural expertise will greatly enhance our service offering to UK contractors and consultants.

Key Responsibilities

1. Working as a lead member of a project team to deliver quality services to clients
2. Integrate within our multi-disciplinary design team to deliver robust design solutions to clients
3. Interface with other engineering disciplines including civil, geotech, process, and M&E
4. Ability to communicate effectively with clients and senior staff
5. Ability to manage a challenging workload
6. Providing technical direction and mentoring to Structural Design Engineers and graduate engineers
7. Management of projects within time, cost and quality constraints and standards
8. A team player with a mature approach including first-class inter-personal skills
9. Adheres to all Codes of Practice, Design Standards and Health & Safety Regulations
10. Represent and promote Ayesa in a professional manner and develop effective working relationships with clients and potential clients
11. Assisting in the preparation of tender submissions
12. Estimating, pricing, and delivering against work targets
13. Management of projects in compliance with Ayesa’s Integrated Management System (IMS)
14. Ensures project staff are aware of, and fully compliant with, the requirements of the IMS

Requirements

Key Requirements

1. A Degree or Master’s in civil or structural engineering
2. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in structural design engineering
3. Chartered Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers or another appropriate professional body
4. Excellent understanding of the principles of Structural Design and Analysis
5. Significant proven experience in contractor design and temporary works
6. Significant proven experience in water and wastewater structures or other civil engineering aspects
7. Significant proven experience in delivering detailed design engineering solutions, drawings and specifications for structural engineering projects in UK/Ireland
8. Excellent understanding of structural behaviour, detailed knowledge of current codes and standards including Eurocodes
9. Excellent understanding of the structural components of a building and other structures
10. Demonstrate an ability to understand complex problems and to conceive innovative solutions
11. Has a strong work ethic, capable of working on their own initiative with proven strong problem-solving skills
12. Can effectively communicate with clients, colleagues and outside agencies and build effective working relationships, always aim to exceed client expectations
13. Is committed to Continued Professional Development and remains up to date with current developments in the industry

Other information

Benefits Package:

We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well-being:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home for 2-3 days a week, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Our core working hours are Monday to Thursday from 10am to 4pm, and Friday from 10am to 3pm, providing flexibility to accommodate personal and professional commitments.
• Pension Match: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Benefit from confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges.
• Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.
• Increased Annual Leave: Enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service, rewarding your dedication and commitment.
• Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.
• Annual Salary Reviews: We conduct annual salary reviews to ensure your compensation remains competitive and reflective of your performance and contribution.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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