Principal Structural Engineer $200k+

PCR Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

PCR Services is seeking a Structural Principal Engineer to lead a small team within a long-established structural engineering consultancy. You’ll have independence, steer projects, and help guide the next phase of the Practice’s development.

This role offers a rare opportunity for a senior engineer to shape operations and pursue ownership with a supportive, low-ego team and loyal clients.

Qualifications

• Senior level engineer with leadership capability
• Experience in structural engineering design and project delivery

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with architects to deliver buildable structural solutions for high-end residential, boutique multi-residential, and education sector projects.
• Lead a small team, drive projects end-to-end, and shape the Practice’s operations.

Job description

Structural Principal Engineer This role is with a long-established structural engineering consultancy. They have an excellent reputation and a steady stream of high-quality work. to move into a key leadership role. The business is built around structural engineering, supported by in-house civil and surveying. After many successful years, the Director is starting a structured transition away from the day-to-day running of the Practice. This opens a rare opportunity for a highly experienced senior level engineer to step up and help guide the next phase of the business.

You’ll enjoy a high level of independence, leading a small team, driving your own projects, and shaping how the Practice operates. There is also a clear path toward future ownership for the right person.

What You’ll Be Working On

Partner closely with architects, delivering smart and buildable solutions, across:

• High-end residential homes
• Boutique multi-residential projects
• Architecturally driven commercial buildings
• Education sector developments

Ideal for someone who appreciates the design side of engineering and enjoys solving unique structural challenges.

Why This Could Be Your Next Move

This is a small, low-ego team with very little red tape. The business has a loyal and diverse client base, with around 80% of projects come from repeat clients, and maintains a straightforward, supportive culture.

You won’t be lost in a large corporate structure. Instead, you’ll join a well-run, respected practice where your experience is valued and your input genuinely shapes the business.

Additional information

• Join a long-established structural engineering consultancy
• Consistently delivering exceptional, integrated projects for clients
• Well-established firm with a solid business plan.