Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer Associate Level

Henley Chase; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Barnsley is seeking a Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer at the Associate level to lead complex projects in the infrastructure, energy, and rail sectors. This hybrid position allows for three days in the office and two days remote. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Engineer qualification and strong experience in team leadership and project management. This role offers a competitive salary and a clear pathway for career progression.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown

Private medical insurance

Free secure on-site parking

On-site bistro and shower facilities

CPD and leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status with IStructE or ICE is required.
• Significant experience in infrastructure, energy, or rail projects.
• Proven leadership capabilities in technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery on major civil/structural projects.
• Oversee and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Manage project resources and client engagement.

Skills

Team leadership

Client-facing experience

Cross-discipline coordination

Commercial awareness

BIM Level 2 workflows

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IStructE or ICE

Job description

Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer - Associate Level

Location: Barnsley (Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days remote)

Salary: £55,000-£70,000

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Chartered Engineer (CEng, IStructE or MICE) to lead technically complex and high-risk civil/structural projects. This Associate-level position offers the chance to shape design strategies, guide multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to business growth across infrastructure, energy, and rail sectors.

You will act as a technical lead, overseeing design delivery, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams, and managing client engagement, while gaining exposure to commercial responsibilities and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery on major and high-risk civil/structural projects
• Oversee multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinate inputs across disciplines
• Plan and manage project resources, schedules, and client engagement
• Lead bids, proposals, and business development initiatives
• Serve in formal leadership roles such as Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE)
• Support commercial management and project profitability
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff

Requirements

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IStructE or ICE
• Strong experience in infrastructure, energy, or rail projects
• Proven team leadership, client-facing experience, and cross-discipline coordination
• Commercial awareness and ability to support strategic growth initiatives
• Familiarity with BIM Level 2 workflows and ISO 19650 compliance is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £55,000-£70,000
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Private medical insurance
• Free secure on-site parking, on-site bistro, and shower facilities
• CPD, networking, and leadership development opportunities
• Supportive team culture with knowledge-sharing forums
• Clear pathway to Associate or Director-level progression