Structural Engineer in London

Duties and responsibilities:

• Undertake and support the leadership and delivery of assignments, maximising fee income.
• Assist and support the development and maintenance of a high level of technical capability to deliver the service offerings targeted.
• Deliver engineering solutions and report results to managers and clients.
• Undertake structural design and analysis using design software across a broad range of structural types and using various international standards.
• Monitor staff time and budgets against assignment programme and agree appropriate actions where necessary.
• Assist in the management of the design process that may include other related design disciplines/teams.
• Assist with coordinating design as part of an internal team and liaising with external associated professionals and our clients.
• Adopt procedures for standardisation and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in the service delivery of the Company’s technical work product.
• Implement and adhere to Company procedures and best practice in the management, delivery and administration of Services.
• Uphold the Company Health & Safety and Environment Policies across all activities.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested.

Qualifications:

• Degree qualified Civil Engineer; post graduate qualifications would be beneficial.
• Chartered (or near Chartered) in a relevant discipline (ICE, IStructE).
• Working knowledge of structural processes and design, with a particular emphasis on data interpretation, design & analysis, construction and advanced numerical modelling.
• Working knowledge of Eurocodes and other national and international industry standards, contracts, methodologies and procedures.
• Experience of computer analysis of structures and design of structural elements in common materials i.e. steel, concrete, composite.
• Experience should include large scale (c.£100m+), high profile infrastructure projects, for a range of UK and international Clients in various construction markets.
• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis/finite element software such as LUSAS, MIDAS and programming/scripting knowledge such as VBA or Python is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

• Excellent problem solving and design skills with ability to deliver practical solutions.

Communication Skills:

• Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively to all levels both internally and with external clients. Excellent reporting writing skills.

Critical Thinking:

• Ability to think and act operationally to respond quickly to changing circumstances whilst maintaining a clear view of overall priorities. Ability to work under pressure and ensure deadlines are met, whilst maintaining high quality output.

Team Skills:

• Exceptional team working skills to be able to contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, but also has the capacity to work independently to a high standard, as the assignment nature dictates.

Business Acumen:

• Results oriented with a proven ability to work to defined, agreed targets and priorities.

About you:

• Self-motivated and committed, with a high degree of integrity.
• A team player who seeks to positively contribute to the working group with a collaborative attitude.
• Convincing in terms of a capacity to translate objectives into effective practical steps.
• Able to perform effectively within changing environments; demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needs.
• Demonstrates a strong need to achieve, setting high standards for self and others. Committed to the value of own role, takes initiative and focuses on improving business performance.
• Commitment to own personal development.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package (pension, profit share, medical insurance, etc.).
• Hybrid working options for better work-life balance.
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on wellbeing.
• Ongoing training, CPD, and career development.
• Opportunities to work on technically challenging projects across the UK and globally.
• A vibrant Sports & Social Club that organises events, games, entertainment, and recreational activities to promote camaraderie and fun outside of work.
• Paid volunteer days, French lessons, and more!