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Principal Structural Engineer

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Principal Chartered Structural Engineer 

Wigan

Salary up to £80,000

My client is a well established, multi-disciplinary consultancy practice operating in the North West of England and are currently seeking a chartered structural engineer to manage the structural section of the practice.

They currently operate, predominantly, within the residential development sector throughout the northwest of England however since its acquisition by a southern based engineering firm, the business is looking to expand its current portfolio of work and in particular in respect of both superstructure and substructure work.

The successful candidate will be required to manage the day-to-day operations of the structural section and also spearhead a programme of expansion of the department. The role will be a very senior position and will report directly to the managing director.

Accordingly, we require an engineer with at least 15 years general UK construction experience, ideally within a multi-disciplinary practice, and who currently has a management role. The successful candidate must be Chartered with either the IStructE or ICE.

Additional professional qualifications will be considered to be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities of this Principal Structural Engineer role include;

Manage on a day-to-day basis the current structural engineering team
Lead the design and delivery of a diverse range of structural engineering projects from concept to completion.
Provide technical oversight and guidance to project engineers and technicians.
Structural Surveys
Manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Collaborate with other disciplines and stakeholders to ensure project success.
Interface with existing clients regarding their requirements and the successfulQualifications for this Principal Structural Engineer role include

A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng or MEng).
Chartership in either structural or civil engineering (or both)
Proven strong experience in super and sub-structure engineering design across various project stages.
Strong technical skills and experience with relevant design software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in leading teams or mentoring junior staff. 
A proactive and detail-oriented approach to work
Senior management skillsFor this Principal Structural Engineer role we can offer;

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities and seniority required for this role

A pathway for career progression with an ambitious group of companies

Exposure to a wide variety of exciting projects in sectors such as residential, commercial, and education. A supportive and inclusive work environment with a focus on professional development.

Interested? Please get in touch with MIKAELA today

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