At Waterman Group, we are dedicated to delivering some of the world’s most exciting and innovative projects in the engineering consultancy field. With a collaborative and diverse team, we’re driving forward sustainable design solutions across various sectors. Based in Leeds, our team works on high-profile projects such as schools, healthcare facilities, retail parks, and more, including projects across Leeds.

We're currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our well-established Structures team in Leeds. You will work alongside a talented and supportive team of engineers, gaining hands-on experience and mentoring from senior engineers and our leadership team. As we continue to grow, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and gain exposure to a wide range of exciting projects.

The Role

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, managing, and delivering structural engineering projects across multiple sectors, including education, healthcare, retail, and industrial projects. You will play a key role in liaising with clients, coordinating with other disciplines, and mentoring junior engineers as part of a growing team. The role offers fantastic potential for career progression and is ideal for an engineer looking to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead structural design and analysis for a variety of projects across different sectors, including education, healthcare, retail, and more.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders, maintaining effective communication throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage and coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing knowledge and providing guidance.
• Undertake technical design reviews and ensure designs meet relevant standards and regulations.
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and schedule management.
• Develop and prepare detailed design calculations, specifications, and reports.
• Ensure adherence to safety, sustainability, and quality standards throughout projects.
• Assist with business development, contributing to proposals and client meetings.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to support your progression towards chartership.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• A number of years experience in structural engineering, ideally working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
• Strong experience in structural design, with proficiency in software such as Tekla SD, Tedd’s, MasterSeries, and ETABS.
• Knowledge of Revit would be beneficial for understanding models.
• Experience managing and coordinating projects and teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Waterman Structures in Leeds?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Salary reviewed annually based on skills and experience.
• Hybrid Working: Flexible work-from-home options with a preference for 3-4 days in the office for collaborative team work.
• Training & Development: Strong support for professional development with regular training sessions and opportunities for mentorship from senior engineers.
• Chartership Support: Access to structured training schemes and guidance to help you achieve your Chartership status.
• Career Progression: Fast-tracked career growth for the right candidate, with opportunities to take on leadership roles.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous holiday allowance (26 days per year, rising to 31 with loyalty days), plus bank holidays.
• Team Culture: A friendly and supportive team environment with regular social activities and team-building events, including outings and golf range sessions.
• Exciting Projects: Work on award-winning projects, ranging in value from £100k to £40m, and contribute to the delivery of iconic projects across Scotland.

About us

At Waterman we are committed to our people, our communities, and the planet. We are transforming our business and offering our most exciting opportunities yet so now is the time to join us.

We are a Disability Confident organisation, committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy starting with our recruitment and selection process.

Submit your online application, you will receive an automated confirmation email immediately, so you have the comfort of knowing it has been received. If your application is progressed to the first stage you can expect to hear from a member of our dedicated recruitment team.

If successful, an interview will be arranged at a time convenient for both you and our hiring manager, the initial conversation may be via Teams but we are, of course, keen for you to visit our offices, meet the team and therefore, we’d love to meet you face-to-face for a follow up conversation. Good luck, we look forward to welcoming you to the Waterman family!

Life Here

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