Since 1970, James & Nicholas Architects Engineers Ltd has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality architectural and engineering services across a diverse range of sectors. We have successfully partnered with major organisations, delivering projects that support critical infrastructure, industry, healthcare, and education.
As part of an ongoing programme of investment and modernisation, we continue to develop our business, systems, and people, creating a positive and forward-thinking working environment that supports both existing staff and future growth. Our success is built on the expertise and commitment of our team, and we place great value on recognising and developing talented professionals.
We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and professional Senior Structural Engineer to join our growing Engineering team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality structural engineering services, managing projects within your delegated authority, and providing technical guidance, training, and supervision to junior engineers. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects for nationally recognised clients while contributing to the continued success and growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed structural designs and calculations using industry-standard software including TEDDS, CADS 3D and SCIA, together with hand calculations where appropriate.
- Undertake technical and feasibility studies, including the planning, coordination and review of site investigations.
- Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, architects and other project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare technical reports, specifications, contract documentation and tender submissions.
- Provide technical advice and support to clients, responding to engineering queries and identifying practical solutions.
- Prepare Planning and Building Regulations submissions and secure the necessary approvals.
- Undertake site inspections and monitor construction works, resolving technical issues and ensuring compliance with design intent.
- Manage project budgets, resources and programme delivery.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards, including CDM 2015 requirements.
- Consider sustainability, environmental impact and whole-life performance within engineering solutions.
- Lead the delivery of complex and high-value projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams where required.
- Support business development activities and actively promote the company’s services to existing and prospective clients.
- Assist senior management with the training, mentoring and development of engineering staff, including supervision of graduate engineers.
- Undertake contract administration duties, including valuations, interim and final accounts, practical completion and defects management.
Person Specification
Essential
- BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- Chartered Engineer status (IStructE or ICE) or actively working towards chartership.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in structural engineering consultancy, design and project delivery.
- Strong understanding of current design standards, statutory requirements and technical guidance.
- Proven experience leading projects and supervising technical teams.
- Demonstrable ability to deliver projects to programme and budget.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and IT skills.
- Strong problem-solving ability with a practical and methodical approach.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
Desirable
- Experience working within heavy industrial environments, manufacturing facilities or major infrastructure projects.
- Experience supervising construction works on site.
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
- Knowledge and practical experience of JCT and NEC3/NEC4 contracts.
- Experience working with major industrial, utility, healthcare or education sector clients.
Benefits & Career Development
- Competitive salary circa £50,000 - £55,000, dependent on experience.
- Annual performance-related bonus scheme.
- 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
- Company pension contribution of 6.5%.
- Death in service benefit of three times annual salary.
- Personal accident and injury insurance cover.
- Flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity for hybrid working.
- Payment of professional institution subscriptions.
- Employee wellbeing programme and support services.
- Structured career progression within a growing and ambitious company.
- Full support towards professional development and chartership.
- Access to a comprehensive learning and development platform, including mentoring, coaching and technical training.
Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects for leading organisations across the industrial, infrastructure, healthcare and education sectors.
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
