Principal Structural Engineer - Sydney

PCR Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

PCR Talent is recruiting a Principal Structural Engineer in Sydney to lead the structural discipline with full authority over technical leadership, people management, and delivery performance. This role requires setting direction, making decisions, and carrying accountability for both the work and the team behind it.

You will oversee technical quality, deliver robust projects, and steer the business function beyond projects, guiding engineers and technical processes with sustainability and

Job description

PRINCIPAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
SYDNEY

An established consultancy is seeking a senior Structural Engineer to step into a genuine Principal role, with full authority across technical leadership, people management, and delivery performance.

This position is intended for someone who already operates at Principal level - setting direction, making decisions, and carrying accountability for both the work and the team behind it.

The Role

• Overall technical stewardship of the structural discipline
• Leadership of the business function, not just projects
• Accountability for project outcomes, delivery standards, and professional systems
• Direct leadership of engineers and technical processes

What’s Expected

• Clear ownership of technical quality and team performance
• Sensible, achievable workloads with realistic delivery planning
• Leadership grounded in sustainability, trust, and long term professional thinking

Package

• $200k+ total remuneration, aligned with scope, responsibility, and level of ownership

This opportunity will appeal to Principals who value autonomy, credibility, and building something sustainable - professionally and commercially.