Principal Buildings Structural Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Principal Building Structures Engineer. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of diverse structural projects, manage and mentor team members, and build strong relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, be chartered or nearing chartered status, and have proven leadership skills. This position offers a pathway for career advancement while working on impactful projects across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building structures design across various sectors.
• Proficiency in analysis, modelling, and hand calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of structural engineering projects.
• Manage and develop graduate engineers, engineers, and technicians.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Building structures design

Team leadership

Strong communication

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Job description

Are you a Principal Building Structures Engineer located near Bristol? Do you have a passion for delivering sustainable projects that have a lasting impact on our communities?

We are seeking an experienced and ambitiousPrincipal Structural Engineer to join our highly regarded, award-winning Civil & Structural team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver exciting projects, supported by a talented team within a collaborative and people-focused culture.

Whether you are an experienced senior engineer looking to step into a principal role or a seasoned principal seeking a fresh challenge, this position provides a clear pathway for career progression, exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our growing business.

You will join a multidisciplinary environment, with the opportunity to work alongside other successful divisions such as MEP, Nuclear and Smart Energy and Sustainability. Projects typically range from £10M-£50M in value across a diverse range of sectors including Education, Residential, Heritage, Healthcare, Commercial, Logistics and Distribution, and Defence.

Why Stantec?

When we say community, we mean everybody with a stake in the work we do from the clients we collaborate with across many sectors, to the populations we reach, to the thousands of us working together to serve them.

Our promise, our values, and our voice support our purpose and guide us in all that we do.

We are defined by more than our services. We are defined by what we stand for, what we believe, and why we do what we do. We make a difference in the world by creating communities.

This is our purpose, learn more here: Purpose & Values | Stantec

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery

• Lead the design and delivery of structural engineering projects, from concept and scheme design to detailed design, tender, and construction packages.
• Oversee the preparation of calculation packages for submission to Building Control and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Provide technical oversight and review contributions from project engineers and technicians.
• Promote innovation in design while maintaining high-quality standards and adhering to Stantec’s quality assurance processes.

Team Management

• Manage and develop graduate engineers, engineers, and technicians within your team.
• Take ownership of resource planning, ensuring the efficient allocation of team capacity across projects.
• Contribute to divisional initiatives such as task groups and design innovation.

Client and Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, and contractors.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals, bids, and ITTs.
• Participate in client networking and represent the team at industry events, with a focus on cultivating new opportunities.

About You

• MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or actively working towards it) with either the IStructE/ ICE
• Proven experience in building structures design across various sectors.
• Proficiency in analysis, modelling, and hand calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clients and inspire team members

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