Senior Structural Engineer - #2179207

Company Description:

LK Group is a multi-disciplinary consultancy, project manager, and specialist contractor providing integrated project delivery, environmental, and engineering services across the property and construction industry. We support clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, delivering expertise in ground investigation, flood risk and drainage, structural engineering, remediation, demolition, site enabling works, invasive plant management, and client-side project management.

Working across both public and private sectors, we pride ourselves on delivering practical, sustainable, and commercially focused solutions that help bring development and regeneration projects to life.

Role Description:

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be instrumental in leading and overseeing the successful

delivery of residential, commercial, education, leisure and retail, heritage and other projects. With your

expertise in working on complex schemes and your ability to collaborate effectively, you will have the

opportunity to make a significant impact on our business, grow and share in the success that this brings

and grow with the role.

In this role, you will be responsible for undertaking structural analysis and design using a range of

software, carrying out structural engineering assessments and inspections of new and existing

structures, diagnosing issues, and providing recommendations for remedial works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce structural designs across all major construction materials, using a range of software and hand calculations.
• Coordinate the design with the Design Team to meet the client's objectives.
• Provide commercial and technical management of projects.
• Represent the company at meetings confidently and professionally.
• Conduct detailed surveys and inspections of buildings and structures to assess their structural integrity and identify any defects or potential issues.
• Prepare clear written reports documenting findings, the severity of any issues, and recommended actions.
• Preparation of condition reports and planned maintenance programmes (PMP).
• Carry out structural assessments and feasibility studies, including reviewing building plans, evaluating foundation conditions and other structural members to identify and diagnose structural defects.
• Structural design and production of calculations for remedial work, alteration, refurbishment and new build schemes.
• Production of drawings using computer-aided design software and hand sketches.
• Offer expert advice to clients on structural concerns, repairs and structural alterations.
• Work closely with architects, contractors and project managers to plan and oversee remedial work schemes.
• Carry out site inspections.
• Production of fee proposals, arranging appointment documents, invoicing and cost control.
• Contribute to business development activities and participate in business development events.
• Contribute to the development of design and work procedures and templates.

Qualifications and experience

• A qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Achieved, or working towards achieving, a professional qualification (incorporated or chartered) with a relevant professional governing body (e.g. IStructE or ICE).
• Proven experience in structural design.
• Proven experience in structural surveying is preferable; however, a willingness to learn this aspect of Structural Engineering will be considered.
• Strong understanding of building pathology, building regulations, structural analysis and assessment techniques.
• Excellent report-writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly.
• Ability to use industry-specific software (e.g. AutoCAD and structural analysis tools – Tedds, Master Series, Tekla).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.
• A full driving licence.

The LK Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are only able to employ people who have the legal right to live and work in the UK.