Due to a high volume of work won by thebusiness we are seeking a skilled structural engineer to join ourteam. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil& structural engineering with a focus on structural designand analysis. You will be responsible for designing planning andoverseeing the construction of various infrastructure projectsensuring they are safe by design compliant with the relevantengineering quality and regulatorystandards.
Duties andResponsibilities
1. StructuralDesign: Design and analyse structures such asbridges buildings foundations and other infrastructure projectsusing engineering principles and software tools. Experience inEurocodes & British Standards isuseful.
1. DesignProject Coordination: Develop project design plansincluding schedules and resource allocation where required ensuringprojects are completed on time and on budget. Manage subconsultantswhere required and lead / attend multidisciplined engineeringmeetings to ensure coordination throughout designstages.
1. TechnicalCalculations: Perform structural calculationssimulations and analysis to assess the integrity and performance ofstructural members considering a wide range of permanent orvariable load cases based on utility specifications and standardsrelevant to specificclients.
1. Regulatory& Technical Compliance: Ensure designscomply with relevant building codes regulations and industrystandards obtaining necessary permits and approvals from regulatoryauthorities where required. Liaison with project architects andplanning consultants where required. Liaison with projectstakeholders where technical approvals arerequired.
1. Collaboration:Work closely with Electrical Engineering teams construction teamsand stakeholders to coordinate project requirements address designchallenges and resolve technicalissues.
1. SiteInspections: Conduct site visits to inspectconstruction progress assess structural integrity and providetechnical guidance to construction teams ensuring compliance withdesign specifications. Where appropriate act as Principal Designerwhere appointed by theclient.
1. Documentation:Preparetechnical reports drawings and documentation to communicate designconcepts specifications and recommendations to clients contractorsand regulatory agencies. Utilise document controllers within theteams and ensure BIM innovation is utilised wherepracticable.
1. ContinuousImprovement: Stay updated on industry trendsemerging technologies and best practices in civil engineering andstructural design contributing to the continuous improvement ofprocesses and methodologies. Progress with ProfessionalRegistration if required and maintain CPD. Lead on 2 CPD workshopsessions for the wider team peryear.
1. Safety:Developcontribute and where required manage designer risk assessments andproject hazard elimination management lists to ensure design risksare minimized but also captured in the constructionstages.
Skills andExperience
* Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related field.Masters degree preferred.
* ProfessionalChartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred with IET or ICE howeverapplications will be considered if the individual is workingtowards this and has a robust portfolio already.
* Proven experience in structural design analysis anddesign project management for major constructionprojects
* Experience would be beneficial withinelectricity substation environments or major waterpipelines.
* Proficiency in civil / structuralengineering software such as AutoCAD Revit TEKLA TEDDS orsimilar.
* Strong analytical skills withattention to detail and problemsolving abilities.
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbalwith the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinaryteams and stakeholders.
* Knowledge of relevantbuilding codes regulations and industry standards and robustunderstanding of application of such standards whererequired.
CompanyInformation
Established in 1994OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineeringcontractors in the UK with a long successful track record indelivering customerfocused civil engineeringsolutions.
Working directly with many of thecountrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients weare looking for the very best talent to join our growingteam.
We pride ourselves on empowering ouremployees and offering opportunities for them to take control oftheir own personal development and career progression in asupportive environment.
We believe that beingsuccessful is a choice.
We choose to besuccessful.
We are OCU One CompanyUnited.
We celebrate difference and appreciatediverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to bethemselves at work and create inclusive teams in ourworkplace.