Principal Buildings Structural Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a Principal Building Structures Engineer to lead structural engineering projects across various sectors. The role involves managing a team, ensuring project quality, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, relevant experience in building design, and strong leadership skills. This position offers career progression opportunities and exposure to exciting projects.

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.
• Oversee the preparation of calculation packages for submission to Building Control.
• Manage and develop graduate engineers, engineers, and technicians within your team.

Skills

Building structures design

Team leadership

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Job description

Overview

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

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Principal 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.

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