Overview
Gateley Smithers Purslow are looking to recruit a full time Senior Engineer to join our growing team in Cross Hands. This is a busy and varied role providing support to the local and national Engineering teams on a wide range of projects, including structural surveys and structural designs for residential, commercial and industrial properties, as well as providing advice to the insurance sector and assisting with our regional frameworks. The Senior Engineer is expected to support the Engineering Line Manager and is responsible for handling projects within own level of authority and providing training and guidance to supporting team members. This position provides a perfect opportunity for the successful candidate to show their ambition, drive and passion for customer service, as well as delivering our values, a professional manner and good interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities
* To use a range of software to develop detailed structural designs as well as hand calculations
* Undertaking of technical and feasibility studies including organising site investigations
* Liaise with clients and a variety of professionals including contractors and architects
* Preparation of reports, contract documents, management of tenders
* Provide technical advice to clients
* Obtain planning and/or buildings regulation approval
* Monitoring and inspecting work undertaken by contractors
* Resolving design and development problems
* Management of budget and project resources
* Ensuring that all projects comply with legal requirements including CDM2015, Party wall, Listed buildings
* Assessment of sustainability and environmental impact of projects
* Undertake large value projects independently with sound knowledge on all aspects of professional consultancy services
* To play an active part in promoting the company’s services to secure projects and promote the Gateley Smithers Purslow brand
* Assisting director with training and development of the engineering team
* To provide supervision and support to Graduates and Engineers to promote knowledge and understanding
* Inspection / Supervision of construction work on site under contract, preparation of interim and final accounts, claim and practical completion
* At all times to comply with the requirements of the Company’s administrative, personnel procedures and Health & Safety regulations
The Team
Gateley Smithers Purslow is a multi-disciplinary independent private practice established in 1978, specializing in civil and structural engineering, building surveying, cost consultancy, architecture and planning, insurance claims, and heritage conservation. The company includes Chartered Building Surveyors, Chartered Structural Engineers, and Architects, who operate across the UK within the insurance market. The firm is committed to providing practical and workable solutions for building and infrastructure projects, serving a diverse range of clients in both the public and private sectors. Gateley Smithers Purslow holds an LR ISO 9001 certified Quality Managed System and has achieved Investors in People Platinum status, demonstrating their commitment to a people-focused culture.
The Person
Candidates Will Be Able To Demonstrate The Following Attributes
* MEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering
* Experience and extensive working knowledge of consulting engineering, surveying, architectural & planning practices and procedures supported by an awareness of the latest statutory requirements, technical publications and guidelines
* Experience in negotiation, supervisory and leadership roles
* Experience in working to deadlines and within budgets on large scale projects
* Sound mathematical, scientific and IT skills
* The ability to think methodically and to manage projects
* Problem-solving skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Knowledge of relevant legislation
About You / Benefits
With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around, our development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance.
Culture & Diversity
Gateley is a forward-thinking and straight-talking professional services group. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing in our culture and values. We recruit talented people from diverse backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible working patterns to help staff achieve a good work/life balance. We are proud to be recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions.
Additional Information
If you are offered a role with our company, a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Checks may include eligibility to work, qualifications, criminal records, financial stability and references. Screening will vary by role.
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