Our client is a privately owned consulting engineering company. Established more than 25 years ago, their team has diverse engineering expertise from civil and structural, to marine and seismic, and they offer full project management services to their clients. They have worked in a range of industries including power, transportation, oil, gas, petrochemical and industrial, and they continue to embrace new sectors at every opportunity.
Civil/Structural Engineer Job Summary
They are looking for a permanent Civil Engineer The candidate will be accountable to the Directors to undertake calculations, design work and design management as required for projects.
Some of the key duties will be:
- Production of engineering design & detail in accordance with project requirements
- Preparation of calculations, written reports and checking of contract drawings
- Checking of calculations done by other Engineers
- Client liaison
- Site visits as required by projects
The Civil/Structural Engineer must have:
- A Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering OR approaching (or recently) Chartered
- At least 3 years’ design experience in Civil Engineering projects
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literate
- Competent in English (verbal and written)
Our clients are seeking to grow their busy infrastructure team with the appointment of a Highways Engineer to assist with both their flood risk assessment (FRA), drainage and highway design capabilities working from their offices in Nottingham.
The team are working on a wide variety of interesting projects ranging from small residential schemes to new film production studios and garden village new settlements. They are looking for someone with anything between 2-5 years' experience, having worked primarily in the consultancy side of the industry on behalf of private developers, and ideally being proficient in the use of relevant drainage and 3D software.
Your workload will be varied, working under instruction from principal engineers and supporting them in preparing reporting (FRA's), SUDS strategies and drainage designs on some projects, and then S278 highway design and S38 designs on others.
The Highways Engineer role would therefore suit someone who is yet to have decided to focus on one aspect of engineering but keen to learn and develop their skills in all areas.
Highways Engineer Responsibilities:
• Carrying out desktop flood risk assessments on sites varying in size across all flood zones
• Producing surface and foul water drainage strategies and drawings, including SuDS strategies
• Preparing flood risk assessment and drainage strategy reports
• Undertake hydraulic drainage modelling using Infodrainage/Site 3D/Civils 3D
• Preparing responses to comments from the local planning authority/LLFA/highway authorities/RSA Teams etc
• Undertake detailed design of below ground drainage, including production of drawings
• Liaison with design team and stakeholders
• Making applications such as pre-application enquiries, S104/S106, EA consents, S278/S38 Etc
• Attendance at meetings (online and in person) with clients, contractors, and wider design team
• S278/S38 highway design.
Highways Engineer Knowledge/Experience:
• Production of original written drainage strategy reports and flood risk assessments
• Design of below ground drainage (surface and foul) for highways, commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors including SuDS, to relevant standards
• Proficient in the use of relevant design software: AutoCAD, Civils 3D and/or Site 3D, Microdrainage and/or Infodrainage
• Awareness and understanding of relevant policies and guidance for drainage and SuDS, Highways
• Awareness and understanding of health and safety
• Experience in a range of sectors (commercial, residential, industrial, public realm etc)
• Good analytical, numerical and IT skills
• Knowledge of MfS and DMRB design standards
• Experienced in geometric designs for highway and road infrastructure such as junctions, roundabouts, footways/cycle lanes, car parks, etc. to relevant standards
• Experienced in 3D modelling using Civil3D and/or Site3D or similar software
• Experience in undertaking Vehicle swept path analysis
• At least a basic understanding of traffic assessment and various paving designs, including permeable paving
On offer:
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days excluding Bank Holidays
• Payment of one professional subscription
• Discretionary performance related bonus
• Hybrid working - currently minimum 2 days in the office
• Private medical insurance
• Salary sacrifice scheme and season ticket loan/cycle scheme
• Company pension scheme (company matches contribution up to 6%)
• Social and Sports Club with monthly outings/events
I am currently working with a client that is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their expanding team in Watford.
They are involved in the planning, design, and execution of civil and structural engineering projects across the UK. With a diverse portfolio, they operate in key sectors such as Government, Energy, Healthcare, Residential, and Transport, among others.
To succeed in this role, you will be an experienced Civil Engineer from an established design engineering consultancy, with strong civil design skills and a solid background in drainage design (SuDS).
What They Need From You:
BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering
Chartered (CEng) or working towards chartered status
3-5 years of professional experience
Proven experience in the design and specification of civils drainage, earthworks and / or highways
Experience using software such as MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, and Civils 3D
What's in it for you:
To particate in new and exciting projects in crucial sectors
Competitive salary and benefits package with annual salary reviews
Hybrid working
Excellent culture of training and development
Receive expert mentoring and guidance from industry leaders
Opportunity to engage with clients and participate in business development
Are you a passionate and skilled Structural Engineer looking for a new challenge? We are working with a consultancy in Wigan who are looking for a Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team and work on a variety of challenging projects, providing innovative solutions and contributing to the ongoing success of this company.
With several offices across the North West of England, the office in Wigan is currently enjoying a burgeoning workload, with further signs of a growing pipeline. This is an opportunity to join the consultancy and become a vital part of their Structural Engineering team.
As a Structural Engineer, you will be involved in projects across multiple sectors including residential, mixed use, commercial, education, healthcare and retail. As well as localised projects, there will also be scope to work on construction projects throughout the UK with remote and site attendance.
What’s On Offer
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities and mentoring, ultimately providing excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth.
• Full support towards chartership with either the IStructE or ICE will be provided.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
What You Need To Succeed
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience as a Structural Engineer either within a design consultancy or local authority.
• Competent understanding of design, analysis calculations and report writing.
• Experience designing with concrete, steel, timber and masonry – to Eurocode.
• Confident communicator, able to explain engineering concepts clearly and simply to a range of stakeholders.
• Able to prepare drawings and models using the latest version of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE (preferred but not essential).
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer to join our clients’ dynamic team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who is looking to advance their career. It is envisaged that you would be focused on successfully delivering projects and assisting in leading a team of engineers whilst playing a crucial role in shaping the future of our projects and expanding our footprint throughout the North West.
Senior Civil Engineer Specifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in civil engineering with experience of project leadership and supervision.
- Experience in the structural sector is beneficial but all areas of expertise will be considered.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other relevant software.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
Responsibilities
- Project Leadership & Delivery
- Lead and manage a team of engineers and technicians in the successful delivery of civil engineering projects.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure projects are executed with the highest level of quality and efficiency.
- Collaborate with clients to deliver project goals and objectives.
- Coordinate team activities, delegate tasks, and ensure project schedules are met whilst helping to mentor and develop junior staff.
- Business Development
- Assist in identifying business opportunities and participate in proposal development.
- Contribute to the strategic growth of the Inverness office by actively engaging in marketing and networking activities.
- Technical Excellence:
- Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure that all engineering designs and solutions adhere to industry standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with the technical team to develop innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonuses.
- 37.5 hour working week with hybrid working (3 days in office).
- Comprehensive benefits package including private health care & company pension scheme.
- Opportunity for personnel, technical and leadership development through attendance at appropriates courses, further education and/or conferences.
- Opportunity for career advancement through the company with no limit to level that can be achieved.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment with significant opportunities to advance your career to any level in the company.
- The chance to make a significant impact on projects with the opportunity to develop into new areas of work.