We’re working in partnership with a well-established, design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy in Nottingham to recruit a highly capable Principal Structural Engineer.
This is a senior opportunity offering both technical leadership and strategic input, ideal for an experienced engineer looking to play a key role in project delivery, team development, and the continued growth of a respected regional business.
Role
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of a broad range of structural engineering projects, while supporting senior leadership in managing clients, developing teams, and driving business performance.
You’ll act as both a technical authority and a mentor, ensuring high standards across all aspects of delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead structural design on a range of projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors
- Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion
- Review and approve calculations, drawings, and technical reports
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and contractors
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to engineers and technicians
- Support business development, including client engagement and winning new work
- Ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget, and quality expectations
- Contribute to strategic decisions within the team and wider business
About you
- Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IStructE or ICE
- Extensive experience in structural design using a range of materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry)
- Proven track record in leading projects and managing design teams
- Strong technical knowledge of UK codes and standards
- Experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder management
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
- Strong leadership and communication skills
What’s on offer
- Competitive senior-level salary and benefits package
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Clear pathway towards Associate / Director level
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping a growing team
- Diverse and technically challenging project portfolio
- Supportive, collaborative working environment