Job Description:

Principal Structural Engineer

An expanding multi-disciplinary consultancy is entering a key phase of growth and is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to establish and lead its structural engineering offering. With a well-established Civil Engineering team already delivering a healthy and growing workload, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of a new function while helping shape its long-term success.
Working alongside the Regional Director, the Principal Structural Engineer will play a pivotal role in developing the structural capability, influencing strategy, supporting project delivery and, over time, building a dedicated structural team.

Why Join?

This opportunity stands out because the foundations are already in place. Rather than being tasked with generating work from day one, you'll inherit a strong portfolio of secured projects, existing client relationships and the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team.
Projects span a range of sectors, including:

• MOD
• Education
• Healthcare
• Commercial

As the Principal Structural Engineer, your focus will be on delivering high-quality engineering solutions, supporting business growth and creating a strong structural presence within the region.
Key Responsibilities

• Produce structural designs, calculations and technical solutions across a varied project portfolio
• Carry out structural inspections, assessments and site surveys
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and internal engineering teams
• Contribute to concept design development and value engineering initiatives
• Review and check drawings, calculations and technical outputs
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
• Support project delivery, planning and programme management activities
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, design codes and quality standards
• Help drive the growth and future direction of the structural engineering service

About You

The company is interested in speaking with ambitious engineers who are motivated by the prospect of building and developing a structural division.
You will ideally have:

• Experience designing steel, reinforced concrete and masonry structures
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and NHBC requirements
• Experience undertaking structural inspections and surveys
• Working knowledge of Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Experience using structural analysis and finite element modelling software
• Degree or HNC qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
• Chartership achieved or currently working towards ICE or IStructE accreditation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative and proactive approach to project delivery
• An interest in leadership, mentoring and team development

What's In It For You?

• Opportunity to build and lead your own structural engineering team
• Close support and mentorship from senior leadership
• Diverse and secure pipeline of projects already in place
• Clear route into leadership and long-term career progression
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Continued CPD and professional development support
• Genuine opportunity to influence the growth of the business

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Principal Structural Engineer looking to combine technical excellence with leadership and the chance to leave a lasting mark on a growing consultancy.