Senior Technical Advisor – Structures – London

Vertical Recruitment are working closely with a reputable independent provider of technical advisory services to the Real Estate sector, is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Advisor to join there London team. As a Senior Technical Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in delivering expert guidance and supporting major investor, asset manager, and developer clients. Your extensive knowledge in structural engineering will be essential in ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and design guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver our services, as a subject matter expert in structural engineering, leveraging your extensive onsite experience to provide valuable guidance and support to our major investor, asset manager, and developer clients.
• Conduct comprehensive technical due diligence activities, including desktop reviews and peer reviews of relevant information, to assess project viability, identify risks, and propose suitable mitigation measures.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of structural engineering and building safety principles and apply this knowledge to evaluate and enhance the safety of properties within the Real Estate sector.
• Review and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of installation and remediation works carried out onsite, ensuring compliance with structural and building safety requirements.
• Utilise your expertise in structural design to evaluate and provide recommendations for the improvement of safety measures in buildings.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of applicable legislation and design guidance related to building safety, including a deep understanding of the implications of the Building Safety Act.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of technical advice and solutions into our clients' projects.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations to effectively communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, sharing your expertise and fostering their professional growth and development.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, industry associations, and other relevant professionals, to stay informed about industry trends and best practices.
• Support business development initiatives, such as attending industry events, conferences, and networking activities, to showcase their services and identify potential client opportunities.

Requirements/Experiences:

• Chartered Member of ICE and/or IStructE
• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering. Additional certifications and accreditations are
• highly desirable.
• Extensive experience (minimum of 5 years) as a structural engineer with a strong on-site presence, preferably within the Real Estate sector.
• Proven track record in conducting technical due diligence, including desktop reviews and peer reviews, to evaluate project feasibility and identify potential risks.
• In-depth knowledge of structural engineering design, and building safety principles, with the ability to apply them effectively in a practical context.
• Experience reviewing and assessing installation and remediation works onsite, ensuring adherence to structural and building safety requirements.
• Strong understanding of structural design and its implications for building safety.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable legislation and design guidance related to fire safety and building safety, including a comprehensive understanding of the Building Safety Act.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in structural engineering and technical advisory services.
• Strong project management abilities, including the capacity to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability and proven track record of service delivery in the above. 

Benefits;

Competitive salary - With income protection and death-in-service cover.

Hybrid Working - Remote and flexible working opportunities, and WFH equipment.

Parental Leave - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.

Pension Programme - For all employees.

Ongoing Development Programmes - For both professional and personal growth.

Wellness Benefits - Company wellness days, onsite gyms, performance coaching and nutrition support.

Social & Events - Quarterly company get-togethers, team days and company family days.

25 days annual leave - Plus two additional company days each year.