Knowledge of structural design and engineering techniques. Responsible to plan and conduct independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Devise new approaches to problems, prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs and monitor work for compliance codes and accepted engineering practices.

Working Hours:

40+ Hours per Week, Monday - Friday

responsibilites:

• Designing structures to current regulatory standards
• Tracking project progress and reporting on results
• Choosing appropriate materials to ensure durability
• Attending site visits, monitor and inspect all work undertaken by contractors to ensure structural
• soundness
• Prepare reports, designs, and drawings
• Make calculations about pressures, loads, and stresses
• Provide technical advice on safe designs and construction
• Obtain planning and/or building regulations approval
• Analyse configurations of the basic components of a structure
• Liaise with professional staff such as architects and engineers
• Use computer-aided design technology for simulation purposes

requirement:

• Minimum 3-6 years’ experience post-university degree qualification
• Experience in design to British Standards and Euro Codes is essential
• Structural analysis skills in all common design materials
• Proficiency in design engineering software such as Tekla, TEDDS, Robot, Scia and CADS RC
• Ability to draw in AutoCAD
• Revit skills also desirable
• Ability to perform calculations by hand from first principles
• Exceptional report writing skills
• Fluent written and spoken English

benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Bank holidays off
• Private Health Care
• Company pension scheme
• Tech scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Team incentives and socials

skills:

The duties include designing, planning and supervising infrastructure projects, e.g. roads, below ground drainage, SuDS and civil building construction. Management role overseeing team performance and responsibility for not only the technical aspects and delivery of projects but also working with the Business Development team to promote the business.

Working Hours:

40+ Hours per Week, Monday - Friday

responsibilites:

• Management of staff (national & international).
• Represent QED Structures at project meetings, site visits and events.
• To communicate confidently, skilled in liaising with Clients, Architects and Contractors.
• Manage the workload of self and others within tight timescales and on budget, whilst providing sound advice and guidance.
• Communication and coaching skills that enable you to build, maintain and consolidate strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and external bodies, including leading design meetings.
• Establish client base in area of work / surrounding area (target all sectors and fee ranges).
• Produce fee quotes for enquiries received (as agreed by MD prior to issue).
• Project manage and complete structural design and detailing on projects as required:
• Perform quality assurance tasks associated with our services i.e. review calculations, drawings and reports prior to issue.
• Interview, recruit and manage staff as needed by instruction of the MD.
• Performing technical and feasibility studies, including analysing maps, survey reports, plans and related data to create and design civil engineering projects.
• Preparing technical documents in accordance with Approved Codes of Practices (ACOP) and local regulatory design standards.
• Identify and mitigate / limit (where possible) potential project risks, such as health and safety concerns which could affect implementation.
• Manage major and minor design work from beginning to end.
• Using engineering computer software such as AUTOCAD to develop detailed project drawings and specifications.
• Collaborating with professionals such as Architects and Engineers or clients.
• Meet the appropriate standards of engineering, local and legal regulations like health and safety protocols and informing the relevant authorities of non-compliance.
• Assign and co-ordinate tasks with internal and external team members.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in structural engineering, with a strong focus on building structures.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design of common materials including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant engineering design software.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and maintaining project budgets.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage and guide a team of engineers.
• Marketing and business development experience, with a demonstrated ability to build and nurture client relationships.
• Commitment to promoting sustainability and efficiency in design, aligned with QED’s core values.

benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Bank holidays off
• Private Health Care
• Company pension scheme
• Tech scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Team incentives and socials

skills:

• Leadership and team management.
• Structural analysis and design proficiency.
• Engineering design software proficiency.
• Project management and multitasking.
• Effective communication and client coordination.
• Mentorship and professional development.
• Business development and client relationship building.

The Senior Structural engineer will be expected to have extensive building structures design experience across multiple sectors, including domestic, commercial and institutional buildings. To be experienced in leading projects and teams of junior engineers / technicians to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget. Collaborate with external clients and attend meetings and site visits as design lead on numerous, simultaneous projects. Mentor and assist junior engineers and graduates whilst maintaining your own professional development with opportunities to take on managerial tasks and further objectives towards chartership.

Working Hours:

40+ Hours per Week, Monday - Friday

responsibilites:

1. Strong leadership skills to manage a team of engineers.
2. Excellent structural analysis skills in common structural materials including steel, concrete, masonry and timber.
3. Proficient in relevant engineering design software.
4. Manage multiple projects effectively to ensure deadlines are met.
5. Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and contractors.
6. Actively promote and represent professionally QED’s core values and our vision for sustainability and efficiency in design.

Note:

• Applicants within the UK only

requirement:

• Minimum of BSc, BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers or equivalent engineering body, chartered or working towards chartership
• Minimum 5 years’ experience post-university degree qualification
• Experienced in working with a team of engineers and mentoring junior staff
• Experience in design to British Standards and Euro Codes is essential
• Structural analysis skills in all common design materials
• Proficiency in design engineering software such as Tekla, TEDDS, Robot, Scia and CADS RC
• Ability to draw in AutoCAD
• Revit skills also desirable
• Ability to perform calculations by hand from first principles
• Exceptional report writing skills
• Fluent written and spoken English

benefits:

• Salary – £45,000 – £55,000 subject to location and level of experience
• Holiday – 25 Holidays per annum
• Pension – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Private Health Care – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Company Mobile Phone – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Profit Share Bonus at Christmas based on profitability of company
• Payment of professional membership subscriptions
• Flexible working hours

In order to be considered for this position please email us at info@qedstructures.co.uk with your CV, application letter and a copy of your Degree Certificates/Diplomas.

Closing date: 31 August 2024

skills:

The Senior Structural engineer will be expected to have extensive building structures design experience across multiple sectors, including domestic, commercial and institutional buildings. To be experienced in leading projects and teams of junior engineers / technicians to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget. Collaborate with external clients and attend meetings and site visits as design lead on numerous, simultaneous projects. Mentor and assist junior engineers and graduates whilst maintaining your own professional development with opportunities to take on managerial tasks and further objectives towards chartership.

Working Hours:

40+ Hours per Week, Monday - Friday

responsibilites:

1. Strong leadership skills to manage a team of engineers.
2. Excellent structural analysis skills in common structural materials including steel, concrete, masonry and timber.
3. Proficient in relevant engineering design software.
4. Manage multiple projects effectively to ensure deadlines are met.
5. Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and contractors.
6. Actively promote and represent professionally QED’s core values and our vision for sustainability and efficiency in design.

Note:

• Applicants within the UK only

requirement:

• Minimum of BSc, BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers or equivalent engineering body, chartered or working towards chartership
• Minimum 5 years’ experience post-university degree qualification
• Experienced in working with a team of engineers and mentoring junior staff
• Experience in design to British Standards and Euro Codes is essential
• Structural analysis skills in all common design materials
• Proficiency in design engineering software such as Tekla, TEDDS, Robot, Scia and CADS RC
• Ability to draw in AutoCAD
• Revit skills also desirable
• Ability to perform calculations by hand from first principles
• Exceptional report writing skills
• Fluent written and spoken English

benefits:

• Salary – £45,000 – £55,000 subject to location and level of experience
• Holiday – 25 Holidays per annum
• Pension – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Private Health Care – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Company Mobile Phone – Applicable after successful completion of 3-month probation period
• Profit Share Bonus at Christmas based on profitability of company
• Payment of professional membership subscriptions
• Flexible working hours

In order to be considered for this position please email us at info@qedstructures.co.uk with your CV, application letter and a copy of your Degree Certificates/Diplomas.

Closing date: 31 August 2024

skills:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior/Associate Structural Engineer with a minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience to join our Manchester office. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading projects, managing teams, and contributing to the growth of our engineering practice in Leeds. This position requires a strong background in structural design across various materials and sectors, as well as exceptional leadership and client coordination skills.

Working Hours:

40+ Hours per Week, Monday - Friday

responsibilites:

• Lead and manage projects involving building structures across diverse sectors including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Supervise and guide junior engineers and technicians, ensuring efficient project execution and maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with external clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure seamless project coordination and successful project outcomes.
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and design review sessions, representing the firm as the design lead on multiple simultaneous projects.
• Utilise your marketing and business development skills to foster client relationships and contribute to the growth of the firm.
• Act as a mentor to junior engineers and graduates, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Strive to achieve personal and professional development goals, including potential managerial responsibilities and progress towards chartership.

requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in structural engineering, with a strong focus on building structures.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design of common materials including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant engineering design software.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and maintaining project budgets.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage and guide a team of engineers.
• Marketing and business development experience, with a demonstrated ability to build and nurture client relationships.
• Commitment to promoting sustainability and efficiency in design, aligned with QED’s core values.

benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Bank holidays off
• Private Health Care
• Company pension scheme
• Tech scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Team incentives and socials

skills:

• Leadership and team management.
• Structural analysis and design proficiency.
• Engineering design software proficiency.
• Project management and multitasking.
• Effective communication and client coordination.
• Mentorship and professional development.
• Business development and client relationship building.