Principal Structural Engineer

Are you a skillful, versatile and committed Senior Structural Engineer, looking to take on a new challenge in a Principal position?

Alternatively, are you currently working in a Principal Structural Engineering role, looking to expand your skillset within a prestigious, thriving multi-disciplinary construction consultancy?

Do you want to lead on a diverse range of projects, as part of a thriving and collaborative team? 

Our teams are passionate about creating and delivering innovative projects ranging from new builds, extensive refurbishments within grade listed heritage and cultural buildings to name just a few. As a Principal Structural Engineer you will be responsible for the design and management of such projects.

About You

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will be passionate about designing sustainable buildings, working within a forward thinking multi-disciplinary practice and be enthused by working across varying sectors within the built environment.

Our ideal Principal Structural Engineer must have:

• Demonstrable knowledge and design experience working to UK design standards, codes of practice and methods of construction.
• Chartered member of ICE or IStructE
• Excellent verbal and engaging communication skills with clients and members of the design team
• Clear and concise report writing skills with the ability to present effective solutions. 
• The ability and willingness to manage/supervise/mentor employees.

It would be nice for you to have:

• Experience in day-to-day control of resourcing, programming, planning and costs.
• A knowledge of forms of appointment and construction contracts 
• Familiarity with structural engineering modelling, analysis, and design software.

About Us

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 650+ work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career. 

What we offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• Professional subscriptions  
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Stakeholder pension