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Here is the Structural Engineer role converted into the same anonymous Proactive job advert format we've been using, with the multi-state PE requirement kept prominent because it is one of the key filters for the position.

Structural Engineer

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Michigan, USA

Our client is a global leader in automated material handling and airport automation, designing, engineering, manufacturing and servicing complex systems across airports, manufacturing and logistics environments.

Due to continued growth within their Airport Baggage Handling engineering division, they are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join their team.

This opportunity would suit a licensed Structural/Civil Professional Engineer with experience designing structural steel and support systems who is looking to work on complex, large-scale material handling and airport automation projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Program Manager and working closely with Senior Structural and Project Engineers, you will be responsible for the structural design and detailing of support systems for complex conveyor and baggage handling projects.

You will work across platforms, header steel, hanger supports, floor supports and other conveyor support structures, with a focus on material optimisation, weight reduction, structural integrity and manufacturing cost.

The position will also provide exposure to broader engineering responsibilities including system layouts, structural design, manufacturing support and field engineering.

Responsibilities

Design and detail structural steel and support systems for conveyor and automated material handling equipment.

Develop platforms, header steel, hanger supports, floor supports and other structural components.

Perform structural calculations both manually and using engineering design software.

Prepare structural calculation packages and engineering documentation for PE approval and stamping.

Provide PE stamping of drawings and calculations across applicable states.

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and engineering documentation.

Work closely with Mechanical Engineers, Project Engineers and Designers to develop integrated system and structural designs.

Optimise structural designs to reduce material usage, manufacturing costs and loads imposed on building structures.

Review and check structural designs and detailing against applicable engineering codes and project requirements.

Investigate structural issues and equipment failures and recommend appropriate design modifications.

Support manufacturing, fabrication, installation and field engineering activities.

Evaluate alternative structural designs and engineering methods to improve performance and constructability.

Specify structural components and modifications to ensure compliance with engineering and performance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or equivalent relevant engineering experience.

Licensed/Registered Civil or Structural Professional Engineer (PE) across multiple US states.

Experience designing structural steel and support systems for industrial equipment, material handling or automation projects.

Experience preparing structural calculations and engineering packages for PE stamping.

Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, applicable codes and engineering standards.

Experience with structural design software such as STAAD.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor or similar engineering design software.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications.

Strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Ability to manage multiple engineering priorities and projects simultaneously.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

Structural engineering experience within Baggage Handling Systems (BHS), Material Handling or industrial automation.

Conveyor support structure design.

Platforms, header steel, hanger systems and floor support design.

Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Experience supporting fabrication, manufacturing and installation teams.

Experience working across multidisciplinary mechanical, structural and controls engineering projects.

Reasons to Apply

Join a global leader within airport automation and material handling.

Work on major Baggage Handling System and airport infrastructure projects.

Take ownership of structural engineering calculations and PE-stamped designs.

Work across complex structural steel, conveyor and equipment support applications.

Opportunity to influence material optimisation, structural weight reduction and manufacturing efficiency.

Collaborate with experienced Mechanical, Structural and Project Engineers.

Exposure to projects from initial engineering through fabrication, installation and field support.

Excellent long-term career progression within a global engineering organisation.

How to Apply

For more information on this opportunity, or for a confidential discussion regarding other opportunities we are currently supporting, please contact:

Kevin Ingram

Phone: 206 690 9053

Email: [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry-leading specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and advanced technology sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career.

Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting specialist opportunities in the marketplace, working with some of the biggest companies in the sector. We look forward to helping you find your next role.

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Cost Manager - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits.

Salary: NegotiableLocation: London - HeathrowContract Type: ContractWorking Format: Hybrid

Our client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Manager to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised cost management professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion.

This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional cost management, contract management, cost control and commercial administration to support the successful delivery of complex automation projects within dynamic airport and parcel environments.

Responsibilities:Take responsibility for the commercial and cost management of complex projects, ensuring projects are effectively cost and change controlled and protected from commercial risk.Support the management of contracts both upstream with customers and downstream with subcontractors and suppliers.Maintain financial control through forecasting, cash-flow management, cost control, applications for payment and billing plans.Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance, identifying commercial risks and opportunities.Manage the change process, including reviewing scope changes and quantifying compensation events and associated time and cost impacts.Prepare, review and manage valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts.Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.Support procurement activities, including the commercial assessment and management of subcontractors and suppliers.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams, taking ownership and accountability for the commercial success of projects.Contribute to the development of commercial and cost management best practice within the wider team.Requirements:Cost Management, Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management experience within complex engineering projects, ideally involving airport projects.Ideally, experience working on Heathrow projects.Strong knowledge of different forms of contract, such as NEC3, NEC4 and MF/1.Experience working on complex engineering projects generating revenue of £10m+ per annum.Strong understanding of cost control, change management and the commercial impact of project variations.Experience estimating and assessing compensation events for both time and cost.Good understanding of project programmes and schedule delay analysis.Experience managing suppliers and subcontractors, both pre- and post-contract.Strong experience with valuations, applications for payment, forecasting and financial reporting.Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills within a fast-moving environment.Strong negotiation, diplomacy and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to influence and drive stakeholders to work towards project dates and programmes.Membership of a professional body such as RICS, CIOB or ACostE is preferred.Reasons why you should apply:Hybrid opportunity based at Heathrow.Work on complex, high-value engineering and automation projects within a challenging technical environment.Opportunity to take ownership of the commercial and financial success of major projects.Excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development.Work within a highly technical and innovative sector at the forefront of automation and material handling.How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Sinead Jansen on [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies.

We look forward to helping you find your next role!

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Role Qualification and Skills
* 5-10 years experience leading construction or installation teams on large and complex brownfield projects.
* Experience operating within live airport environments and possession-based delivery models.
* Strong understanding of project lifecycle from pre-construction through handover.
* Knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations and Principal Contractor obligations.
* Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and airport stakeholders.
* Experience implementing continuous improvement and standardisation initiatives.
* Contract and project management awareness. Preferred Qualifications
* SMSTS
* NEBOSH General Certificate
* NVQ Level 6/7 Construction Management or equivalent
* CSCS Black Management Card
* Higher Level Technical Qualification
* Project Management qualification desirable Key Success Measures
* Safety Performance
* Principal Contractor Compliance
* Schedule Performance
* Installation Productivity What we offer
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28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
* Bupa Medical Cover
* YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
* A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers
* Pension with Aviva
* Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts. Diversity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.

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Our client is manufacturer and supplier of modular steelwork and engineered support systems, delivering solutions for industrial and construction projects. Our systems improve installation efficiency, safety and quality, supported by BIM-integrated design workflows and off-site construction methodologies.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced CAD / BIM Engineer to join our clients engineering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, buildable construction drawings using specialist steel support systems.

This is a hands-on technical role where you will work closely with engineers and project teams to produce clear, accurate and coordinated designs. You will contribute to efficient project delivery and help maintain high standards of drawing quality within the team.

This role is well suited to someone with solid experience in construction detailing who is looking to develop further within a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Produce accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D models Develop practical, buildable designs using modular steelwork systemsDeliver coordinated, construction-ready drawing packagesEnsure drawings align with relevant standards (e.g. Eurocodes UK NA, ISO 19650 BIM principles)Identify missing or unclear design information and seek clarification where neededSupport the reduction of design queries by producing clear and complete drawingsWork collaboratively with engineers and project teams to meet project requirementsSupport knowledge sharing within the team and assist less experienced colleagues where appropriate

Essential Requirements

5+ years' experience producing construction drawings in a relevant environmentStrong background in structural or secondary steelwork detailingGood understanding of construction detailing and installation requirementsProficient in AutoCAD (essential)Experience in 3D modelling using RevitGood attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical drawings

Qualifications

HNC (minimum) in Engineering / Construction or similarDegree (BEng / MEng) desirable but not essentialDesirable ExperienceExperience with modular steel systems or support structuresFamiliarity with BIM workflows and ISO 19650Experience working with fabricators or installation teams

Additional Info

Salary: £38,000-42.000 per annumStart Date: ASAP

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Our client is manufacturer and supplier of modular steelwork and engineered support systems, delivering solutions for industrial and construction projects. Our systems improve installation efficiency, safety and quality, supported by BIM-integrated design workflows and off-site construction methodologies.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced CAD / BIM Engineer to join our clients engineering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, buildable construction drawings using specialist steel support systems.

This is a hands-on technical role where you will work closely with engineers and project teams to produce clear, accurate and coordinated designs. You will contribute to efficient project delivery and help maintain high standards of drawing quality within the team.

This role is well suited to someone with solid experience in construction detailing who is looking to develop further within a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Produce accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D models using AutoCAD and relevant modelling toolsDevelop practical, buildable designs using modular steelwork systemsDeliver coordinated, construction-ready drawing packagesEnsure drawings align with relevant standards (e.g. Eurocodes UK NA, ISO 19650 BIM principles)Identify missing or unclear design information and seek clarification where neededSupport the reduction of design queries by producing clear and complete drawingsWork collaboratively with engineers and project teams to meet project requirementsSupport knowledge sharing within the team and assist less experienced colleagues where appropriate

Essential Requirements

5+ years' experience producing construction drawings in a relevant environmentStrong background in structural or secondary steelwork detailingGood understanding of construction detailing and installation requirementsProficient in AutoCAD (essential)Experience using 3D modelling tools such as Revit, Tekla, Advance Steel or similarGood attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical drawings

Qualifications

HNC (minimum) in Engineering / Construction or similarDegree (BEng / MEng) desirable but not essentialDesirable ExperienceExperience with modular steel systems or support structuresFamiliarity with BIM workflows and ISO 19650Experience working with fabricators or installation teams

Additional Info

Salary: £38,000-41.000 per annumStart Date: ASAP

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Senior Programme Lead

Birmingham area

About The Role

Competitive Salary - discussed with candidates based on experience and qualifications.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Programme Lead to oversee the delivery of a significant portfolio of capital development projects within a complex operational environment. This role will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams, driving programme delivery, and ensuring projects are executed in line with strategic business objectives. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping investment programmes, developing delivery strategies, and ensuring robust governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team responsible for delivering a rolling portfolio of capital projects.Support senior leadership in the successful delivery of the wider Capital Investment Programme.Oversee programme governance, project controls, and key delivery milestones.Develop and implement effective contract and delivery strategies, including NEC4 contract frameworks.Manage programme risks, reporting, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement activities.Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and promote a culture of continuous improvement.Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.Provide strategic direction and support for long-term development initiatives.

Experience Required

Proven experience delivering major capital projects or programmes within infrastructure, transportation, utilities, aviation, construction, or similarly complex environments.Strong track record of managing large-scale development programmes from concept through to delivery.Extensive knowledge of project governance, programme controls, risk management, and strategic planning.Experience working with NEC4 contracts and relevant UK construction and development regulations.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary professional teams.

Desirable Experience

Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant Chartered Professional Body.PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent project/programme management qualification.CSCS Card.CITB Site Safety Plus Certificate.Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline.Understanding of business case development, financial modelling, and cost-benefit analysis.Experience preparing business cases and investment proposals focused on delivering measurable business benefits.

Interested or know someone suitable for this role? Send the updated CV to Luana Ferreira on [email protected] or call her on 07918726944.

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