Jacobs – Birmingham, United Kingdom

Overview

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At Jacobs, we solve the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing. This role focuses on delivering structural solutions across highways, rail, aviation, energy and power sectors with emphasis on sustainability and decarbonisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams in structural analysis, feasibility studies, tender and detailed designs, and the preparation of contract documents and technical reports.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated, high-quality services that meet client needs and exceed expectations.
• Champion innovation and diverse thinking to identify best-value solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with UK and Global Integrated Delivery teams to optimise resources and ensure efficient, successful project outcomes.

Our Structural Solutions capability is part of Jacobs’ Transportation business, with a history of delivering technically complex schemes in the UK and internationally for clients such as High Speed 2, National Highways, Network Rail, Welsh Government, National Contractors and Local Authorities.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline
• A professional qualification (or close to achieving)
• Excellent communication, collaboration and time management skills
• Project management skills related to bridge design or other disciplines
• Strong technical design and practical problem-solving skills
• Background in bridge design is welcome, but candidates from other disciplines and industries will be considered

Experience in asset management, structures renewals and post-tensioned structures (including post-tensioned special inspections) is of particular interest.

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

Joining Jacobs means connecting locally and globally. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and support flexible work arrangements and a culture of caring. We offer wellbeing benefits, volunteering programs and opportunities to help clients make a positive impact. We are committed to inclusion and belonging and partner with networks to attract diverse talent. We are a disability-confident employer and welcome applicants who require flexible working or do not meet all listed requirements.

We provide hybrid working arrangements and support for reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. For accessibility assistance, contact Careers Support.