Senior Engineer: Construction Materials - Concrete, London

Senior Engineer: Construction Materials - Concrete Join a globally respected team of construction materials specialists and contribute to some of the most transformative infrastructure projects worldwide

From HighSpeed2, Thames Tideway and Hinkley Point C to NEOM and Sydney Metro, your work will help shape the future of transportation, water and environment and other infrastructure

As a Senior Consultant, you'll be a trusted Subject Matter Expert in construction materials, with specific knowledge of concrete, contributing to high-profile projects and shaping industry best practices

You'll play a key role in delivering innovative solutions, collaborating with diverse teams, and influencing industry standards

We Offer

Competitive salary: We offer compensation that reflects your skills and experience

24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days

Robust Pension Contributions: We offer enhanced pension contributions up to 10% to secure your future

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add your partner and family

Family Planning Support: Access to fertility healthcare and family planning services

Enhanced Parental Leave: Enjoy enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programs

4 Life assurance at 4x your salary

Income Protection: Financial security in case of long-term illness or injury

Wellbeing Hub: Free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn

Professional Development: We cover professional membership fees and provide continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

Community Engagement: Participate in charity matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations

About the Opportunity

This is a chance to grow into a specialist role within a supportive, high-performing team known for its collaborative culture and international reach. You'll work on a wide variety of projects, primarily in transportation, water and environment with responsibilities including:

Site visits and concrete materials assessments

Specification for concrete designs and repairs and report preparation

Literature reviews and modelling

Internal presentations and client engagement

You'll be part of a team that thrives on adaptability and teamwork, contributing to high-profile projects. The environment is forward-thinking, with opportunities to work across multiple projects and develop your professional profile.

↩ Managing change is business as usual for our team. We generally work on short commissions at short notice, so you need to be adaptable and be able to contribute to bringing in more work and clients. A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Materials Science

Practical experience in contracting or consultancy within the construction industry including considerable site experience and associated HSE. Note that candidates with academic experience only are not eligible for this position

Strong understanding of concrete and other construction materials, including:
* Assessment of deterioration and defects
* Deterioration mechanisms and modelling
* Best practices for new construction and repair
* Specification using UK/EU codes and national guidance

Excellent communication, collaboration, and report-writing skills

Ability to manage deadlines and take ownership of your work

Nice to Have:

Membership of relevant professional institutions and are working towards chartered status

Experience with additional materials such as steel, coatings, polymers or waterproofing

Lab, or research experience with inspection and testing

A strong record of continuing professional development

Relevant health and safety qualifications (e.g., CSCS card, confined space training, water training)

A valid driving's license, where needed for site attendance

Ready to make a meaningful contribution to world-class projects? Apply now and bring your curiosity, adaptability, and technical expertise to a role where your impact truly matters.

Please send a Covering letter, detailing how you fit the above brief.

Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40 hour working week as standard

Good luck with your application

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Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at.

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