We have excellent opportunities to join a fast-growing multi-disciplinary civil and structural engineering consultancy based in Greater Manchester and working across the UK.
Edge Structural Design has made the news in the past two years with some innovative and fascinating projects. Examples include a major logistics development near Merseyside, new city centre apartments in Manchester and the conversion of a historic church on a steep hillside in the Pennine countryside.
If you are considering being part of our team, find out more about Edge Structural Design and our current vacancies below.
Our Work
Edge Structural Design provides civil and structural consultancy services, temporary works design, structural inspections and reports to a range of commercial and domestic clients.
Our consultancy work with a broad range of client is varied, making for great job satisfaction, professional experience, connections and personal development.
Examples of our commercial and industrial property work include providing services for large warehouses, retail and office sites, leisure centres and swimming pools, historic mill and church conversions, modular car parks, housing association projects, highways, groundworks and insurance claims.
We also assist with temporary works for construction sites, including working platforms for pilings rigs, site hoarding designs and temporary propping, and inspections and reports about urgent cases such as fire-damaged buildings.
Our residential projects include new-build contemporary apartments with underground car parks, major new housing developments and period property conversions.
We are also experts in providing solutions for challenging structures and locations, including sites with restricted access, uneven levels, ground stabilisation problems or underground challenges such as poor drainage, pollution, old foundations, culverts or utilities. We enjoy a challenge.
Who We Work With
We also like people. We enjoy working closely with architects and other construction professionals throughout the design and construction phases, using advanced 3D design and drafting software. This includes BIM (Building Information Modelling), the digital information and modelling process that allows professionals to jointly plan, design, construct and manage projects.
Our Office
Edge Structural Design was founded in in 2000 by Adam Sedgwick. Our office in Oldham is located close to the M60 motorway and the Greater Manchester tram network. Also nearby is Manchester city centre and the Peak District National Park. Some of us live in the city while others choose the country.
Get in touch to find out more. Contact Adam Sedgwick on 0161 620 9988 or e-mail your CV and a short covering letter outlining skills, experience and qualifications via our Get In Touch Page.
Edge is committed to providing Equal Opportunities to all its employees and job candidates.
Available Positions
Senior Technician
Career goals
Are you ready for your next career challenge? Want to play a key role in business development? We are looking for a high calibre experienced structural technician to help grow the business.
Experience
Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience within structural engineering, you will need to have experience within the construction industry.
Fully proficient with AutoCAD and Revit, working alongside engineers and liaising with other members of the design team. Capable of working under pressure with ability to work on multiple projects.
You should be able to work to tight timescales, can work under pressure with the ability to work on multiple projects, meet deadlines and budgets.
Skills
You must be highly motivated with good communication skills, have the ability to work well independently and within a team, are able to mentor others and check other work. You should have good technical skills and have experience using computer software such as Office 365, and BIM software ideally Revit.
Position Description
This is a permanent position for an experienced Senior Technician. The main duties will be to assist engineers to draw and detail cost effective structural engineering solutions from concept to construction. You should hold the experience to produce accurate, detailed drawings with limited assistance.
About Edge
Edge Structural Design are a small busy Civil and Structural Engineering Consultancy company based in Oldham, near Manchester. Our modern office is based within a business centre with free car parking and easy access from J22 off the M60 and the tram. Due to an increase in our client base and workload we are seeking to employ a Senior Technician to join our growing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Drawing & detailing
- Checking work
- Communicating with design team
- Developing company procedures
- Mentoring junior members of staff
Professional Requirements
- HND or Degree in civil/structural engineering
- Experienced user of AutoCAD & Revit
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Windows environment
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work within a team
- Good organisational skills
Salary
£30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience, plus overtime when available.
Flexible working hours, generous annual leave, childcare vouchers, performance bonus, pension and other perks.
Further Information
For further information contact on 0161 620 9988 or careers@edgestructuraldesign.com
Senior Project Civil Engineer
Position Description
This is a permanent position for an experienced Senior Project Civil Engineer to work on a variety of projects in the residential, commercial, industrial, education and leisure sectors. The main duties will be to design and detail cost effective civil engineering solutions from concept to construction, liaise with other members of the design team and site construction staff. You should hold the experience to create and deliver cost effective fully compliant solutions.
Experience required
Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience within civil engineering, you will need to have experience in drainage design, highway design, 3D ground modelling and liaison with statutory undertakers. Fully proficient with MicroDrainage, PDS, AutoCAD and leading project designs. Capable of working under pressure with ability to work on multiple projects. You will be required to work alongside other members within the company and work as a team member.
Key Responsibilities
- Modelling & Designing
- Checking work
- Managing Projects
- Attending sites and meetings
- Developing company procedures
- Mentoring junior members of staff
Professional Requirements
- Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Experienced user of MicroDrainage
- Experienced user of PDS
- Experienced user of AutoCAD
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Windows environment
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good ability to work within a team
- Good organization skills
Salary
£Competitive salary depending on experience, plus overtime when available, flexible working hours, generous annual leave, childcare vouchers, performance bonus.
Further information
For further information contact Adam Sedgwick on 0161 620 9988 or careers@edgestructuraldesign.com
FAQs
What are your normal working hours?
9am till 5pm
When is your lunch break?
12:30pm till 1:30pm
Do you offer flexible working?
Yes, we can accommodate different start and finish times to suit you within reason, and we can also accommodate occasional working from home.
Is there car parking available?
Yes, there is a large free car park outside our building.
Are you near to public transport?
Yes, the tram stop is a five-minute walk away from our office, and the bus stop is two-minute walk. From here, you can get into Oldham, Manchester and further afield easily.
What holiday allowance do you offer?
You will have 25 days plus statutory holidays.
What is the application procedure?
Please send your CV and covering letter to careers@edgestructuraldesign.com
Can I contact you directly?
For further information feel free to contact us on 0161 620 9988, or email us at careers@edgestructuraldesign.com
