Senior Structural Engineer

Winchester - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 35001 - 999999999

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Whats the Opportunity

We have a requirement for a Chartered or Near Chartered Senior Engineer to join our expanding Structural Engineering team.

With a varied work-stream you will have the opportunity to practice in many fields of structural engineering ranging from the design of large complex developments ranging from 5 - 200 million in value through to undertaking detailed assessments of existing structures playing a pivotal role in the development of the built environment.

You will be expected to work independently under the direction and support of the senior management team and will be given full opportunity to further develop managerial skills with ample opportunity for supported career development.

What you need to do to be effective in this role
Report to and take direction from the Partner / Associate leading the structural engineering team.
Represent Ridge in a client facing role managing projects from inception to completion ensuring that deliverables are issued in accordance with the project programme to the required quality standard and within budget and time allocation.
Report on financial performance of projects and resourcing requirements to the senior management team and assist in the management of team resources required to implement the commercial and business direction of the team.
Act as lead or sole designer as appropriate to the size and complexity of the project responsible for outline scheme through to detailed design and production of technical deliverables.
Carry out structural analysis and design in accordance with EuroCode suite of design codes ensuring designs are economic sustainable efficient and buildable.
Undertake checking of calculation packages drawings specifications reports and other project deliverables ensuring that our QA procedures are complied with.
Supervise and mentor junior engineers technicians and apprentices within the team playing an active role in their future development.
Undertake surveys / inspections and produce high quality technical reports on findings with appropriate recommendations presenting these to the client where needed.
Undertake existing building assessments in line with Building Safety Act requirements including managing intrusive investigations on site.
Undertake site visits during construction to resolve site queries monitor progress and provide advice to contractors

The skills and experience you need to have for this role
PhD EngD MEng BSc & MSc or BSc with extensive post-graduate experience in a field relevant to structural engineering ideally recognised by the Washington Accord / Engineering Council.
Chartered (or near chartered) and a Member or Graduate Member of either the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English including technical report writing skills.
Demonstrable and sound experience in the design of structures in concrete steel masonry and timber.
Experience with Finite Element Design (ideally using SCIA Engineer).
Experience with use of 2D and 3D structural design packages such as TEKLA Structural Designer TEDDS Masterseries etc.
Experience working with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and within a 3D environment generally.
Experience using AutoCAD and Revit beneficial but not essential.
Demonstrable experience working in projects of a similar size and complexity as above and familiarity with key forms of building construction.
Demonstrable UK experience working in a client facing role undertaking surveys / inspections and in assisting contractors on site.
Be a collaborative confident and ambitious team player who is also able to work with minimal supervision and use own initiative.
Good commercial awareness and demonstrable experience in project running.
Have an awareness of sustainability in design and implementing sustainable options in preparation of structural designs.
Hold a current UK driving licence.

About us

We are Ridge a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.

Our 1400 people bring a vast range of skills delivering a professional mindset gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. Theyre the foundation of our success - they drive our vision embody our values and separate us from the competition.

Come and join us if youre hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if youre motivated by ingenuity and if youre always aspiring to be the very best.

Quality
THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.

From concept to execution our work is driven by passion technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We dont need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.

Ingenuity
AS STANDARD.

We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today then improve on them tomorrow.

Partnership
BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.

Since 1946 strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen challenge with care and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.

Aspiration
THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.

We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of whats possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes.

Your benefits

The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life.

Annual
leave

A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa plus the option to buy carry over or sell.

Community
spirit

You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.

Mental
health

Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you backed up by Unums app.

Financial benefits

A path to peace of mind: life assurance pension scheme and income protection.

Physical
wellbeing

Your health is a priority for us too so we offer medical insurance private GP access and discounted gym membership.

Flexible
working

Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you your family and your team.

Career development

A pathway at Ridge thats focused on your professional personal or educational aspirations.

Extra
benefits

Performance bonus car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.

We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities employer we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If youd like to discuss accessibility accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process please contact us atand we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.

A polite note to Recruitment Agencies
We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However we are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from agency partners at this time any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.

We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

A polite note to recruitment agencies

We are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

Note to recruitment agencies

If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

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Whats the OpportunityWe have a requirement for a Chartered or Near Chartered Senior Engineer to join our expanding Structural Engineering team.With a varied work-stream you will have the opportunity to practice in many fields of structural engineering ranging from the design of large complex develop...