Associate Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the East Midlands is in search of an experienced Associate Structural Engineer. This role involves leading the delivery of various structural engineering projects, managing design teams, and providing technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and chartered status. This position offers competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive working culture in Derby.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression pathway

Qualifications

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required.
• Chartered or near-chartered status is essential.
• Strong background in building structures design mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design of projects from feasibility to construction.
• Produce and oversee high-quality structural designs.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the structural team.

Skills

Structural analysis and design software

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Chartered or near-chartered status (IStructE or ICE)

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

TEDDS

ETABS

Robot

Job description

Our busy clientis seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to join their expanding Derby office. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven engineer to lead projects, support team development, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our structural engineering offering.

About the role

As an Associate Structural Engineer, you will lead the delivery of structural engineering projects across a diverse portfolio; including commercial, residential, industrial, heritage, and bespoke structural schemes. You’ll manage design teams, maintain key client relationships, and provide technical leadership across the discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the structural design of projects from feasibility to construction
• Produce and oversee high‑quality structural designs in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry
• Review and sign off calculations, drawings, models, and technical documentation
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians within the structural team
• Manage project budgets, programmes, and client communication
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines
• Support business development and contribute to bids and proposals

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with leadership presence and enthusiasm for delivering outstanding engineering solutions.

Essential:

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• Chartered or near‑chartered status (IStructE or ICE)
• Strong background in building structures design across key materials
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, TEDDS, ETABS, Robot)
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills

Desirable:

• Experience leading or developing a structural engineering team
• Familiarity with BIM processes and Revit workflows
• Experience with UK Building Regulations, design codes, and CDM
• Track record of winning or supporting business development activities

Why join?

• Opportunity to help grow and shape the structural engineering discipline in Derby
• A supportive, collaborative culture with a genuine focus on quality
• Career progression pathway into senior leadership
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible working arrangements and strong commitment to professional development