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This is a rare opportunity to join a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals in a privately owned consultancy based in the Highlands.
HGA have been operating for over 20 years with a wide range of projects across a variety of sectors in the Highlands and Islands.
We are committed to supporting our employees in progressing their careers and are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to take a leading role in the team.
Hybrid working can be accommodated but as a senior team member, an office presence will be expected.
Competitive salary offered, depending on experience. Additional benefits can be discussed with the right candidate.
Job Description
As a Chartered Engineer, the successful candidate will join the Senior Management Team working directly with the Company Directors in the technical and commercial management of projects from concept to completion.
The job will involve
Undertaking or supervising the structural design and overseeing production of design drawings and documents.
Lead and mentor team members in the production of designs and drawings. Providing technical support to junior team members as part of their training and development.
Liaising with clients, design teams and contractors and taking a lead role in the delivery of projects.
Carrying out site surveys including assessment of existing buildings.
Control project budgets including fee proposals to clients and resource allocation.
Ensuring compliance with the Company quality policy.
Contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals and participating in client presentations.
Requirements
The candidate should have the following:
A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and be Chartered with the ICE or IStructE.
Experience of structural design in timber, steel, concrete and masonry, including design of foundations.
Experience in the production and review of construction drawings including working with AutoCad and design and analysis software.
A confident and proactive approach to working with clients and project teams.
Knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards.
Experience of specifying /carrying out ground investigation.
Knowledge of the SER certification scheme.
Experience of working with both new and existing buildings.
Experience of working with Revit.
Drivers licence and own transport.
