RSS – Residential Structural Solutions is a part of The JPP Group.
The JPP Group is a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy offering a wide range of unique in-house services to a broad client base. We have teams of Civil and Structural Engineers, Architects, Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental Consultants, Development Planners and Land & Building Surveyors working on projects ranging from small domestic alterations, through to contracts over £30 million.
Job overview
This role is working within RSS who are an industry leading structural engineering practice working within the residential construction sector. We offer engineering expertise in the following areas:
Substructure Design
Superstructure Design
Bridge & Culvert Design
Design Coordinator
Responsibilities and duties
Working within a structures team of Senior Engineers, Engineers and Technicians, the role will be varied and will include:
- Technical support: Assisting in the preparation of technical drawings, design calculations, and other related documentation (e.g. drawing registers) for structural engineering schemes.
- Drafting, detailing and modelling: Using AutoCAD and other design software to produce detailed design drawings and models.
- Design development: Support the design process for structural elements of a scheme such as reinforced concrete, timber, steelwork, masonry and foundations, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
- Quality assurance: Produce clear, well-presented drawings and other engineering documents and support the review and checking of drawings to ensure they meet internal quality standards.
- Client liaison: Occasionally assist in client meetings and design team meetings, presentations, and reporting as directed by senior team members.
- Site visits: Attend site visits under the supervision of senior team members to obtain site information and inspect progress of schemes (as required).
- Continuous learning: Participate in professional development and training opportunities to enhance technical skills, industry knowledge and understanding of role.
Qualifications and training
As part of RSS and the JPP Group, Technicians will be encouraged to attend continuous professional development training offered to all employees by both internal and external trainers. Technicians will also be required to attend mandatory training provided.
Software
Technicians will have the opportunity to work on various industry software, including AutoCAD for drafting and detailing.