Senior / Associate Civil or Structural Engineer

About the job

Senior / Associate Civil or Structural Engineer
BB Consulting Engineers | Douglas, Isle of Man

Applications are welcomed from both Isle of Man and UK-based candidates, with relocation support available for the successful off-Island applicant.

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Associate Civil or Structural Engineer to support the continued delivery and development of our civil and structural engineering workload.

This is an opportunity for a technically strong, commercially aware engineer who is ready to take responsibility for projects, work directly with clients and contractors, support junior colleagues and contribute to the continued development of the practice.

Candidates may be considered at Senior or Associate level according to experience.

The role

You will:

• Lead civil and structural engineering commissions from initial enquiry, survey and concept design through to detailed design, construction information and site support.
• Prepare, review and check calculations, drawings, specifications, schedules and reports in accordance with relevant UK standards, Eurocodes and good engineering practice.
• Manage day-to-day project delivery, including scope, programme, technical quality, coordination, fee awareness and timely delivery.
• Attend design-team meetings, site inspections and project reviews, communicating confidently with clients, architects, contractors, statutory authorities and other consultants.
• Support and mentor engineers, graduates and technicians, reviewing work and sharing practical technical knowledge.
• Contribute to quality management, technical consistency, risk management and the ongoing development of BB Consulting Engineers.

About you

Essential requirements include:

• A degree, or equivalent qualification, in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Typically 5+ years’ relevant post-graduate experience for Senior Engineer level, with greater project, commercial and leadership experience expected at Associate level.
• Strong practical design experience in one or more of the following: building structures, drainage, roads, refurbishment, inspections or flood-risk related commissions.
• Competence in common construction materials and forms, including reinforced concrete, steel, masonry and timber.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound engineering judgement, take ownership of projects and recognise when senior review or specialist input is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain engineering matters clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant design and drafting software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Flow, Tekla Structural Designer, TEDDS or similar.
• An organised, proactive approach and the ability to manage several live commissions within a consultancy environment.

Desirable experience

Chartered Engineer status, or active progression towards chartership with ICE or IStructE, would be advantageous.

We would also welcome experience in:

• Preparing fee proposals and managing time against project scope.
• Structural inspections, condition surveys and defect analysis.
• Client relationship management and identifying additional services.
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers.
• Working within a small or medium-sized consultancy where engineers have broad responsibility for projects.

For Associate-level candidates, we would expect demonstrable experience in areas such as workload planning, quality assurance, mentoring, business development and technical leadership.

Personal attributes

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Technically strong, practical and solutions-focused, with an emphasis on clear, buildable engineering advice.
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of programme, scope, fees and professional risk.
• Collaborative and approachable, comfortable working as part of a close-knit team while taking ownership of their own projects.
• Confident and professional with clients, with a strong commitment to quality and client care.
• Keen to contribute to the continued development and reputation of BB Consulting Engineers.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, allowing us to consider candidates across both Senior and Associate levels.
Benefits include:

• Relocation support for a successful off-Island candidate
• Pension
• Car parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Childcare scheme (benefit in kind)
• Gym membership contribution
• CPD opportunities
• Support towards Chartered Engineer status
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

For an experienced engineer looking for their next step, this is an opportunity to develop your career within an established independent consultancy while living and working in the Isle of Man.