Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Salary: £45,000 + per year
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
Are you an experienced Structural Engineer ready to take your career to the next level? This Chorley based office is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality engineering consultancy services across a variety of sectors. You’ll be responsible for project delivery, client liaison, technical leadership, and supporting the growth and development of our engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead structural engineering projects, including design, site inspections, and reporting.
Ensure all work complies with relevant Codes of Practice, Eurocodes, Design Guides, and the Building Safety Act 2022.
Produce detailed structural calculations, sketches, drawings, and specifications.
Prepare technical reports, project documentation, risk assessments, and specifications.
Carry out site visits to ensure construction aligns with design and safety standards.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, sharing expertise and guidance.
Support commercial aspects of projects, including budgeting, cost estimates, and resource planning.Essential Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in structural design within a consultancy practice.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design software.
Strong knowledge of Eurocode design for steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry.
Experience in report writing and preparing structural calculations.
Commercial awareness of project costs, budgets, and quotations.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other construction professionals.Desirable Skills & Experience:
Knowledge of STAAD.Pro, SCIA, and Revit.
Project management or team leadership experience.
Working towards or near Chartered Status (CEng, MIStructE or MICE).What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience (£40k–£45k).
Company pension scheme.
Payment of professional fees (e.g., ICE/IStructE memberships).
Death in service benefit.
Increased holiday entitlement based on length of service.
Collaborative and dynamic multi-office work environment with opportunities to lead projects and develop professionally.Apply Today to join a growing engineering consultancy where your leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills will have a real impact, and where you can help shape the next generation of structural engineers