Job Description
Location: Chorley, LancashireSalary:£45,000 + per yearContract Type: PermanentAbout the Role: Are you an experienced Structural Engineer ready to take your career to the next level? ThisChorley 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. Youll 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.
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