Senior Civil Structural Engineer

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Water
Location: Manchester, with hybrid workingContract: Until December 2026Rate: £475-£550 per day, depending on experience and IR35 assessmentHours: 47.5 hours per weekVacancies: Two
GRS is recruiting two Senior Civil/Structural Engineers to deliver engineering designs for major UK water projects.
The role requires an experienced engineer capable of producing and controlling technical outputs with limited supervision while working closely with construction and multidisciplinary delivery teams.
Responsibilities
Produce civil and structural analysis models, calculations, reports and sketches. Provide technical guidance and control engineering outputs. Develop practical and buildable design solutions. Interface closely with construction teams and other engineering disciplines. Ensure work complies with current UK regulations, design codes and procedures. Deliver work to programme and budget. Identify change and support appropriate commercial recovery. Develop value-engineering solutions. Communicate confidently with project stakeholders. Support and mentor junior engineers.
Requirements
Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status. Substantial UK water-sector design experience. Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, steelwork and associated detailing. Strong steelwork-connection design or reinforced-concrete detailing experience. Working knowledge of UK health, safety, environmental and engineering requirements. Experience supporting projects through design and construction. Strong written, technical and stakeholder communication skills.
Outside-IR35 engagement may be considered subject to formal assessment.