Civil/Structural Consultant

Fichtner is a global engineering consultancy founded in 1922, employing over 2,000 people across 170 countries. We are now looking to further extend our team by recruiting a senior grade civil/structural engineer to work out of our Stockport office 3 days a week, with home working or site/client travel on the other 2 days.

Requirements

A good degree in either Civil or Structural Engineering; Have achieved, or be actively working towards, ICE or IStructE professional chartered membership; Recent technical experience gained with civils projects; Experience of conducting quality inspections of materials and methods such as pre-formed and cast concrete structures, drainage, and steelwork; A good understanding of foundation piling, UK and European building codes and geotechnical studies; The ability to produce and explain high quality technical reports and feasibility studies for clients; Comfortable in interpreting engineering drawings, design specifications and functional descriptions; Fully conversant with Microsoft Office; Knowledge of CDM Regulations and risk assessments, able to identify quality issues and design risks; Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary project team; A full driving licence and vehicle for travel to sites/meetings

Nice to have

Experience from a consultancy with renewable energy or electrical transmission project knowledge

Benefits

A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary; Hybrid working with modern easy access offices; Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period; Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities; Professional memberships fees paid; Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme; Private medical & life assurance; Cycle to work scheme; Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities in the UK; Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team; Flexible approach to the working environment; Team of mental health first aiders and wellbeing champions; Opportunity to give back to local community through charitable events, STEM, and community work experience