Graduate Structural Engineer in Billericay

Are you a Graduate Structural Engineer, qualifying this year or last year, who is looking for a progressive & exciting career opportunity? Are you ambitious to progress in the industry? Do you excel in the act of producing great designs and also relish the completion of the detail, and supporting documents in the process? Do you want to join an established business and be an important cog in their growth plan?

BDC Consultants are an Essex-based Building Design Consultants who work mostly in the commercial market with developers and contractors. They are seeking an Office-Based, Enthusiastic & Proficient Graduate Structural Engineer to support the Architects in the business. Someone who is a highly detailed individual and IT proficient. This is an important role, and you will be part of a growing team who are focused on getting the business to the next level. This role is suitable for people who already have a work permit, or do not require one. No sponsorship is available for this role.

Salary & Hours: £28 to £35K subject to grades & specific work experience. An office-based role, located on the 1st floor. Full Time - 37.5 hours.

Position Details

• Location: Office-based role (1st floor).
• Employment type: Full time.
• Reports to: Project Manager / Owner.
• Role: Graduate Engineer providing technical support and delivering assigned tasks toward successful delivery of designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and management skills through ongoing study of design standards, codes, and guidance.
• Demonstrate understanding of technical concepts.
• Gain proficiency in BDC systems and procedures.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Welfare regulations and promote team awareness.
• Undertake continual professional development through practical experience and self-study.
• Work towards Chartered Membership (ICE/IStructE).
• Assist in resolving technical issues.
• Communicate regularly with project teams, providing progress updates.
• Prepare and assist in compiling project documentation.
• Review and check own work.
• Coordinate with external parties (architects, engineers, surveyors, utilities).
• Attend meetings, carry out site visits/investigations, and assist with inspection reports.
• Understand project programmes and resource planning.
• Manage delivery of outputs to time and quality standards.
• Prepare and present information internally.
• Manage small tasks and projects.
• Carry out complex structural calculations and design work.
• Develop and interpret analytical models using relevant software.
• Prepare clear and structured calculation reports.
• Mark up and review reinforcement drawings.
• Review structural drawings to ensure alignment with design assumptions.
• Check third-party information for consistency with design and mark-ups.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Strong understanding of structural mechanics.
• Working knowledge of Eurocodes.
• Proficient in sketching and drawing.
• Competence in Microsoft Office suite.
• Effective report writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including phone and face-to-face interaction.
• Willingness to develop through CPD and on-the-job training; aim toward Chartered Membership (ICE/IStructE).

Benefits

• Annual profit-related Bonus Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Bereavement Counselling and Probate Help Service
• Group Personal Pension
• Healthcare insurance
• Career growth opportunities
• Training provided
• Team events
• Sick Pay Cover