Principal Chartered Structural Engineer

​; Wigan; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Evan Craig is seeking a Principal Chartered Structural Engineer to lead the structural team for a growing North West SME multidisciplinary consultancy in Wigan. The role combines day-to-day management with strategic expansion, mentoring staff and developing new business.

You will oversee design from concept to completion, ensure technical excellence, and collaborate with civil/geotechnical teams as the firm grows while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered status with IStructE or ICE.
• Minimum 15 years UK construction experience in multidisciplinary environments.
• Proven track record in superstructure and substructure design.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency in design software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; leadership and mentoring ability.
• Able to operate at a senior management level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the structural engineering team daily.
• Lead design and delivery of projects from concept to completion.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians.
• Undertake and oversee structural surveys and inspections.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications.
• Collaborate with civil/geotechnical teams for integrated solutions.
• Mentor junior staff; interface with clients; drive business development.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relationship management

Communication

Business development

Strategic thinking

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered status (IStructE or ICE)

Tools

Structural design software

Job description

| WIGAN |

Principal Chartered Structural Engineer sought at this leading and expanding SME Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Wigan.

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Overview

Our client is a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy practice operating across the North West of England. With over three decades of experience, they deliver civil, structural, and geotechnical/geo environmental engineering solutions across residential, commercial, and education sectors.

The business has a strong reputation in the residential development sector, particularly in highways, drainage, and structural design. Following acquisition by a larger engineering group, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and diversification, expanding their portfolio into both superstructure and substructure projects.

They are seeking a Principal Chartered Structural Engineer to lead and manage the structural section of the practice. This senior role will report directly to the Managing Director and will involve both day to day operational management and strategic expansion of the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering technical excellence, mentoring junior staff, and spearheading business development initiatives to grow the structural offering.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy with a family feel culture while benefiting from the backing and ambition of a larger group of companies with clear expansion plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage the structural engineering team on a daily basis.
• Lead the design and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept through to completion.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to engineers and technicians.
• Undertake and oversee structural surveys and inspections.
• Prepare detailed structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with civil and geotechnical teams to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Interface with clients to understand requirements and ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive business development and client relationship management, supporting the expansion of the structural department.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng or MEng).
• Chartered status with either IStructE or ICE (additional qualifications advantageous).
• At least 15 years’ UK construction track record, ideally within a multidisciplinary practice.
• Proven track record in superstructure and substructure design across multiple project stages.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency with relevant design software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff.
• Proactive, detail oriented, and capable of operating at a senior management level.

On offer

• Salary £65,000 – £70,000
• Clear pathway for career progression within an ambitious group of companies.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects across residential, commercial, and education sectors.
• A supportive, inclusive work environment with a family feel culture and focus on professional development.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and expansion of the structural department.

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