Structural Engineer - PARADIGM EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LTD : Job Details

Structural Engineer

This is an exciting and unrivalled opportunity for a Structural Engineer to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent architectural design providers based in Norfolk, Cambridge & London. In just a few years our client has successfully built an outstanding portfolio of clients and projects across Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and London. They have earned an unrivalled and worthy reputation for delivering excellent service, efficiency, and value-for-money to their rapidly expanding list of clients.

Our client is offering the chance for an experienced and proactive Structural Engineer to develop this critical business function within an energetic, dynamic and rewarding environment where you will be involved in, and leading, the engineering component of residential and commercial projects.

As an established professional in one of the most important aspects of architectural design you’ll be expected to know plenty about the technical requirements of the role, related compliance aspects and contemporary innovations in engineering that will aid the value our client strives to deliver on each project. You should be excited and energised by the challenge of becoming part of a young business with a stellar reputation and want to play a big part in ensuring the company continues to flourish.

Main Responsibilities for the successful Structural Engineer:

• This position centres on providing expert technical input to various projects and, over time, building an interdisciplinary team of engineers. The ideal candidate will bring leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for sourcing and mentoring junior professionals.
• Undertake all structural engineering aspects within projects.
• Lead and manage the technical engineering aspects of projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, public, educational, and temporary works design.
• Interpret designs for buildings and associated structures from colleagues and third-parties, demonstrating clear, evidence based options for engineering solutions from initial concepts through to detailed designs.
• Liaise with internal and externals stakeholders throughout the design process, including architects, to ensure seamless project coordination.
• Provide professional assurance to project stakeholders of engineering solutions through precise commentary, accurate calculations and adherence to regulations.
• Design structures efficiently and to maximum effect using a variety of materials, including concrete, steel, masonry, and timber.
• Ensure that latest innovations in structural engineering are taken into consideration in a cost-effective and practical manner.
• Accept responsibility for the safe and efficient design of structures whilst being capable of providing reasoned, logical cases for selecting particular engineering solutions.
• Produce comprehensive design calculations, utilizing 3D modelling software, review and feedback on the accuracy of calculations prepared by others.
• Create sketch drawings and details for further modelling/drafting by team members, ensuring all outputs are thoroughly checked and reviewed before issue.
• Manage internal project coordination, acting as the client/design team interface, and ensuring effective communication across all parties.
• Conduct design reviews with clients, providing strategic and design advice in alignment with project specifications and briefs.
• Perform inspections and surveys, prepare detailed reports, and conduct structural analyses to support project requirements.
• Provide professional input to colleagues, and clients when required, to support the process(es) for obtaining planning and building regulations approval.

Main requirements for the successful Structural Engineer:

• Chartered Engineer - CEng, MIStructE / MICE
• Minimum 10 years’ of relevant Structural Engineering experience in either residential or commercial projects
• Proficient in relevant design software and experienced in working with design codes, specifically Eurocode.
• Knowledge working on projects involving concrete/steel framing and refurbishments.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations/ RIBA Plan of Works and BIM processes (ISO19650) and implementation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a team.

What we offer to the successful Structural Engineer:

• Competitive £50,000 - £75,000 per annum + company bonus scheme based on annual profit (location dependent)
• Monday to Friday- Flexible working times / hybrid
• Private Health Insurance
• Free eye test
• Use of company vehicle
• 30 days holiday including public holidays, plus additional time over Christmas
• 3% 5% Pension Scheme.
• Paid-for professional subscriptions
• Free office parking
• Mileage paid for travel to meetings & site visits
• Company mobile phone
• Regular salary review
• Position open to applicants who have the right to work in the UK. This role does not offer work visa or sponsorship to international candidates.

Our client’s business is a truly innovative one where your job is more than creating engineering solutions. You’ll be part of a small team in an organisation with compelling ambitions. This is not a corporate role but one that is suited to entrepreneurial individuals willing to join a group of talented people doing things a little bit differently. If you are ambitious, enjoy building relationships, and are looking for a role where your efforts translate into real results, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.