Civil & Structural Designer

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Coordination

• • Collaborate with project managers and other team members to understand project requirements and objectives.
  • Participate in project planning and coordinate design activities to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.

Conceptual and Detailed Design

• • Develop conceptual and detailed civil and structural designs based on project specifications and requirements.
  • Utilize engineering software and tools to create accurate and cost-effective designs.
  • Perform calculations and analysis to ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.

Structural Analysis

• • Conduct structural analysis to assess the integrity and stability of buildings, bridges, and other structures.
  • Optimize designs for structural efficiency, considering factors such as load-bearing capacity, wind resistance, and seismic performance.

Drafting and Documentation

• • Create detailed construction drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD or other relevant software.
  • Prepare comprehensive documentation to support design decisions and facilitate construction.

Quality Control and Assurance

• • Conduct thorough quality control reviews of designs to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to project specifications.
  • Collaborate with project teams to address and resolve design-related issues.

Construction Support

• • Provide technical support during the construction phase, responding to queries and participating in site visits as needed.
  • Review and approve construction documents and modifications.

Continuous Learning

• • Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and advancements in civil and structural engineering.
  • Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field).
• Proven experience as a Civil and Structural Designer.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Key Indicators/Requirements

• Achievement of Key Performance Indicators and Service Level Agreements, as set by your line manager from time-to-time
• Satisfied clients, both internal and/or external
• Timely completion of work
• Quality of work
• Adherence to relevant processes, procedures, and Policies
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Trust
• Team Spirit
• Caring

Commercial & Risk

• Inform project manager / line manager of potential risks identified in a timely manner
• Work within allocated CTR or allocated hours where applicable
• Demonstrate clear understating of relevant commercial and budgetary landscape
• Work to agreed plans, using initiative to identify improvements/savings
• Function as an ambassador for the Company, always presenting the right image to existing and potential clients
• To attend meetings and forums, representing the Company
• Forge links and establish communication with relevant colleagues and other stakeholders

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

• Inform line/project manager of potential project risks identified in a timely manner.
• Working within the Company’s ISO9001:2015 quality systems
• Responsible for own safety at work
• Consideration to be given to others in working environment.
• Adhere to Company and client health and safety procedures
• Comply with – and work to - relevant procedures, policies, processes, and standards, to meet the required level of quality in all outputs
• Zero non-conformances to all Company, client, and project specific quality and safety plans
• Adherence to PPE requirements, where applicable

Technical Requirements

• Keep up to date with latest industry and functional standards, technology, and norms
• Be familiar with all relevant systems
• A good understanding of the availability and use of all relevant electronic tools and software
• Full awareness and understanding of relevant legislation and standards, and their practical application
• Awareness and understanding of all relevant Company Policies, processes, and procedures

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• The role is required to have a formal UK qualification in #
• Degree or master's degree in a related field
• Experience in a # role
• Leadership experience
• People skills
• Honesty, integrity, and reliability
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• High diligence
• Organisational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Research skills
• Analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Good presentation skills (PowerPoint)
• Understanding of data privacy standards

These roles and responsibilities are issued as a guideline to help you understand the duties you are expected to undertake as part of your role. They may be subject to change from time-to-time to meet business needs, and you may be required to carry-out additional duties that are reasonably consistent with your skills and status.