At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in civil and structural engineering through exciting projects.
- Company: Join a leading design consultancy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Valuable work experience, mentorship from experts, and a chance to kickstart your career.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Perfect opportunity to learn and grow in the built environment during your summer break.
- Qualifications: Current BEng or MEng Civil/Structural Engineering student in 3rd or 4th year.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity for aspiring Civil and Structural engineers to gain first-hand work experience of a design consultancy through their summer break. Working closely with experienced engineers on a broad range of projects, it will give a solid foundation from which to jumpstart your career.
General Requirements & Attributes for the role:
- Current Civil or Structural Engineering undergraduate BEng or MEng student in the 3rd or 4th year of studies.
- Commitment to personal development and training.
- Actively interested in the built environment and developments in their field of interest.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Resourcing and work planning - assist Project/Senior Engineer to coordinate information on a weekly basis.
- Design - prepare and assist the Project/Senior Engineer with design calculations as required following the procedures and methods laid out in the Office Manual.
- Training - take responsibility for your own training and personal development. Be committed to learn from the information shared by the Project/Senior Engineers and ask questions when required.
- Health & Safety - ensure you are aware of the risks associated with visits to construction sites, unoccupied buildings etc. Ensure you have the appropriate PPE and other equipment for such visits. Ensure you have the appropriate awareness training. Ensure you have a CSC H&S card or are in the process of obtaining one.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Section Leader in preparing a weekly workload report.
- Maintain resourcing information in project management software.
- Communicate effectively either verbally or by preparing letters and reports as required.
- To assist the Project/Senior Engineer with structural design work as required.
- To maintain continuing professional development and to keep abreast of technical developments and legislation.
- Help the company to be profitable and raise profile with external clients through key relationships.
- Be involved in and contribute to decisions affecting projects and the Practice.
- Work individually and as a project team member efficiently, professionally and in a helpful manner.
Key Relationships:
- Internal: Section Leader, Project Owners, Technicians, Engineers, Business Support
- External: Architects, Clients, Contractors
Summer Placement employer: Narro
Narro Associates is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers employees through shared ownership and collaborative decision-making. With flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on professional development, including support towards Chartership, our team members are encouraged to take ownership of their projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Located in vibrant Glasgow or Newcastle, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects that make a real impact in the engineering sector.
