Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

First People Solutions is working with a leading consulting engineer who are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join their Structures team in Edinburgh.

The team works across a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, life sciences and residential projects, covering everything from new-build developments to the refurbishment and renovation of existing and historic buildings throughout Scotland and the UK.

The Role

Manage structural projects from design through to completion, including programme, resources, budgets and risk
Act as a key client contact, attending design team and client meetings and carrying out site inspections
Lead and mentor Graduate and Project Engineers
Undertake detailed structural design and calculations across a range of materials.
Produce reports, specifications and calculation packages
Carry out technical reviews, design checks and QA
Support fee proposals, tenders and business development
Build and maintain strong client relationships

What We're Looking For

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Chartered Engineer preferred or close to (CEng/IStructE)
5+ years' post-graduate experience in a design engineering environment preferred
Strong structural design experience, ideally within commercial and industrial developments
Proven project management and client-facing experience

Experience with relevant structural design software
Strong communication and technical checking skills

What's In It for You?

Join a growing and well-established structural engineering team with a strong project pipeline
Work on a varied portfolio of interesting projects across multiple sectors
Take on a senior role with technical leadership, client exposure and career progression
Hybrid working from the Edinburgh office
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and help shape the continued growth of the team

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Edinburgh, with hybrid working available. A great opportunity to join a growing team, work on varied building projects and take on a strong technical and project leadership role.

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age