Derby Lead Structural Engineer — Flexible & Growth Focus

Strata Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Strata Consulting in Derby is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to lead the delivery of structural projects across commercial, residential, industrial, heritage, and bespoke schemes. You will manage design teams, maintain client relationships, and provide technical leadership across the discipline.

The role requires a structural/civil engineering degree, chartered status (IStructE/ICE), and strong experience across materials, with proficiency in Tekla, TEDDS, ETABS or Robot.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and be chartered or near-chartered with IStructE or ICE.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and delivering structural schemes across materials.
• Proficient with structural analysis/design software such as Tekla Structural Designer, TEDDS, ETABS or Robot.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Chartered (IStructE/ICE)

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

TEDDS

ETABS

Robot

Job description

Strata Consulting in Derby is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to lead the delivery of structural projects across commercial, residential, industrial, heritage, and bespoke schemes. You will manage design teams, maintain client relationships, and provide technical leadership across the discipline.

The role requires a structural/civil engineering degree, chartered status (IStructE/ICE), and strong experience across materials, with proficiency in Tekla, TEDDS, ETABS or Robot.