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Job Title
Engineer - Principal Engineer

Date
March 2010

Reports to
Associate/Partner

Location
Sheffield

Ref. No.
DS/032010-PE

Main Duties

Accept and comply with project Briefings as agreed within JNP Group Partners/Associates at the outset of a project.

Comply with all terms of any Consultancy Agreements/Conditions of Engagement under which JNP Group are appointed

Liaise & communicate with external professionals and clients

Represent JNP Group at in-house and external meetings

Supervise the preparation and checking of structural engineering designs and drawings

Prepare specifications, reports and general correspondence

Attend site to inspect various stages of construction works

Monitor job costs against fees due, and to raise invoices accordingly

Exercise due care and diligence in engineering design

Comply with the requirements of the JNP Group QA system

Maintain own professional development through appropriate learning opportunities

Training & Opportunities for Career Advancement

• You will be encouraged to work toward a Professional Qualification commensurate with your Academic Qualifications.
• You will be expected to attend in-house and external training courses, seminars, institution events, and generally comply with the 'Continuing Professional Development' requirements of:
• JNP Group's QA System - 'Training Procedures and Guidance Notes'
• The training requirements of the professional body to which you are (or become) affiliated

You will be encouraged to advance within the project team, partner section and practice hierarchy within JNP Group. Advancement will depend on your ability to demonstrate your capabilities and commitment to a career in Consulting Engineering.

Requirements

Education/Learning Experience
Minimum: HND in an appropriate ‘built environment’ discipline, plus associate membership of either the ICE, IStructE, or similar.

Preferred: Degree in an appropriate ‘built environment’ discipline and either having achieved or be actively working towards full membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers

Work Experience
Extensive experience in Civil/Structural Consulting Engineering working to UK standards.

Technical Skills

• Ability to design basic structural members in structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber
• Familiarity with the Site Investigation process
• Clear understanding of UK Building Regulations
• Keenness to acquire further skills in all aspects of engineering design and detailing
• Familiarity with proprietary design software
• Familiarity with proprietary design software such as SCIA Engineer, FastTrack etc
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD
• Basic use of Microsoft Office and other administration software

Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage projects and resources within agreed time scales

Report and liaise regularly with your Line Manager (Associate or Partner)

Comply with the requirements of the JNP Group Quality Assurance system and other JNP Group Policy Documents

Dress smartly and deal with other staff politely and courteously

Present a professional face and assistance to all visitors, external professionals and clients

Act professionally in the interests of JNP Group

The potential for advancement within this forward looking practice is considerable.

We offer generous benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus package
• Car allowance for senior positions
• 23 days holiday minimum
• Profit share for associates