Structural Engineer

We are seeking an experienced structural engineer with specialist expertise in steelwork design, detailing, fabrication and installation to support the Responsible Engineer (Structures) in delivering steelwork package WP2800 by William Hare Ltd and the subsequent MEP & fit-out steelwork packages. Working within the Principal Contractor Mace Dragados JV’s engineering team, the role will provide technical review, coordination and assurance of the WP2800 and the subsequent MEP & fit-out steelwork packages from design through manufacture, erection and handover, ensuring safe, buildable and compliant solutions.

• Review structural calculations, drawings, connection designs and fabrication details for compliance with approved design criteria, applicable standards and HS2 project requirements.
• Coordinate permanent works designers, steelwork detailers, fabricators, erection subcontractors and site teams; resolve RFIs, technical queries, design clashes and construction interfaces.
• Provide technical oversight of fabrication, including materials and traceability, welding procedures and qualifications, bolting, tolerances, inspection and non‑destructive testing.
• Review fabrication and installation methodologies, erection sequencing, construction‑stage stability and interfaces with temporary works and lifting specialists.
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformances (NCRs), fabrication defects and site deviations; manage technical changes and ensure appropriate design approvals and records.
• Support factory surveillance, site inspections, Inspection and Test Plans, engineering assurance, as‑built documentation and handover.
• Provide technical input to steelwork procurement, subcontractor assessments, programme risks and practical design/value‑engineering improvements.
• Proficiency in mathematics for determining building material quantities and costs and operating site within budget
• Leadership skills for motivating workers and maintaining positive and safe work environments
• Organisational skills for ensuring multiple projects are completed on time and on budget
• Great attention to detail for effective safety and construction work checks

• Have excellent communication skills (including presentation skills) in English, both written and verbal.
• A good working knowledge of the:
  • Health & Safety at Work Act 1974,
  • Construction Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations 1996
  • Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015
  • Management of health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and
  • other relevant legislation
• Knowledge of Eurocode 3 (BS EN 1993), relevant UK National Annexes, BS EN 1090-2, structural steel materials, welding and inspection standards.
• Familiarity with Tekla and IDEA Stati Ca, BIM coordination and BS5975 temporary works procedures.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent relevant qualification), with substantial experience in structural steelwork design and fabrication.
• Proven experience reviewing structural analysis, connection details and fabrication drawings, together with practical understanding of workshop manufacture and site erection.
• Experience working with specialist steelwork subcontractors and multidisciplinary design / construction teams on complex infrastructure or major construction projects.
• Preferably Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) member of UK Engineering Council with membership of an appropriate professional body, typically ICE or IStruct
  
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• Hold a CSCS Card.
• Previous experience working for major infrastructure clients typically HS2, Crossrail and TfL.
• Excellence:
  Promoting innovation, development, training and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
• Integr…