Senior Structural Engineer

Overview

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership;
Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

Permanent

Full-time

37.5

Manchester

Hybrid

Based in our Manchester office you will be part of a hardworking and growing team of Engineer/Consultants specialising in Structural Engineering projects around the UK. The office is based in an excellent location within the city centre, making the office very accessible.

To give you an idea on the type of projects you will be working on, please follow the “Our Work” section in Pell Frischmann company website.

As part of your role as a senior structural design engineer you will be working in a variety of multidisciplinary projects. Your workload will include liaison with clients and other external consultants. You will perform complex technical or professional work activities and assure delivery to meet client requirements.

In depth knowledge of basic structural engineering principles generally associated with building structures is essential for your role. You will have a thorough knowledge of design codes and standards being used in the UK. The ability to work in multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and other requirements is also an essential part of the role.

Additionally, you will be expected to provide direction to junior members of the team to support their development and achieve competent delivery.

• Perform/check/review relevant structural engineering design calculations to fully meet the client specification in accordance with relevant standards, building codes and safety regulations.
• Collate project information, liaise, and engage with clients, architects and other third parties as required.
• Carry out visual surveys of building structures and produce structural appraisal reports as required.
• Conducting site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Supervise and delegate project workload to more junior members of staff and others as required.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and other team members.
• Check / approve work by other staff, including third party design proposals.
• Preparing and presenting technical reports, proposals, and documents related to projects.
• Assist Project Leads in managing project budgets, schedules and resources.

• Degree in Civil Engineering/Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status with ICE or IStruct
  
  E preferred, not essential.

• Considerable years in building structure analysis and design.
• Design of reinforced concrete and steel framed building structures.
• Experience at a senior engineer level.
• Mentoring graduates and engineers.
  
  - preferred
• Design of timber, masonry, modular and other types of building structures - preferred
• Producing fee proposals and managing project budget.
  
  - preferred

• Finite element software in structural engineering.
• Design software such as TEDDS, Concrete Centre Spreadsheets
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Auto CAD/Revit

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