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Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer

Employer
Lethaby & Cook
Location
London (City of), London (Greater)
Salary
£60,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus benefits
Closing date
23 May 2019
Reference
3232

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Job Details

An opportunity for a chartered civil or structural to use their skills at a senior level in the  forensic engineering sector. Our client is one of the world’s foremost forensic engineering consultancies employing over three hundred staff internationally. Their experts are drawn from a range of industry sectors including civil & structural, geotechnical, construction claims and disputes, toxicology, bio-medical, fire and explosion, manufacturing, environmental and energy.   

They are looking for an engineer with a background that provides a strong technical and practical grasp offering rounded design the construction insight. Knowledge of building structures and or civil structures would be preferable. The range of work will be broad, encompassing high-rise structures, bridges, foundations, piling, water retaining structures and more. You will be investigating the cause and origin of construction defects and structural failures which will be used to resolve legal disputes and claims. During the course of initial site investigation, you will oversee field testing and gather photographic evidence, you will then start to unravel the cause of the failure, consulting external experts when required.  You will then prepare a report that provides a clear and concise explanation of your findings. This needs to be expressed in a way that can be understood by those from a non-technical background whilst being able to pass scrutiny during claims settlement and litigation.

As a senior member of the team you will contribute to the management of this growing office and provide input on commercial and strategic issues. Occasional international travel may be required.       

 

Company

Lethaby & Cook’s civil engineering division places engineers and engineering managers with a high level of technical expertise. Our strength is our ability to present opportunities across a wider spectrum of employers who appoint civil and structural professionals.

Our clients include developers, design and build contractors, civil and structural consulting practices, insurers, client organisations and operating companies, loss adjusters, project managers, not for profit organisations, forensic engineers and more besides. By understanding how and where skills and experience can flourish we offer opportunities worth considering and candidates with real potential.

We place permanent and contract professionals and our recruiters are some of the most experienced to be found in their sectors. To find out more about current and forthcoming vacancies, or to discuss the next step in your career progression please do not hesitate to make contact by phone or email. We will always treat your enquiry and any information you may provide in the strictest confidence.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
020 8563 0596
Location
Barons Court
Hammersmith
London
W6 8RH
GB

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