Principal Civil Structural Engineer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Pension matched up to 10%

24 days annual leave

Free medical cover and digital GP

Enhanced parental leave

Professional development support

Employee wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking a Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to take technical ownership of complex packages and lead multidisciplinary teams across the full project lifecycle, from bid development to construction.

You will play a key role in defining strategy, ensuring quality, and mentoring the next generation of engineers. The role focuses on nuclear, renewable energy, and high-energy sectors with a path toward SMR technologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc) required.
• Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body.
• Proven leadership or Responsible Engineer experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of complex civil/structural packages.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across the full project lifecycle.
• Define strategy, ensure quality, and mentor engineers.
• Governance, safety case inputs, and technical documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Client relationship management

Nuclear safety knowledge

Design standards knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering degree (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc)

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

BIM tools

Finite element software

Job description

Join a leading consultancy delivering transformative engineering solutions across the nuclear, renewable energy, and high-energy industrial sectors - including data centres and hydrogen production facilities.

This is a senior opportunity to shape nationally significant projects, from supporting the UK’s nuclear fleet and advancing Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies, to enabling the transition to Net Zero through sustainable energy systems.

What You’ll Do

As a Principal Civil & Structural Engineer, you’ll take technical ownership of complex engineering packages and lead multidisciplinary teams across the full project lifecycle - from bid development to construction. You’ll play a key role in defining strategy, ensuring quality, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as Responsible Engineer and Technical Authority on major energy projects.
• Leading design strategy, standards, and best practices across civil and structural disciplines.
• Overseeing safety case inputs and technical documentation.
• Providing governance, assurance, and technical leadership for safety-critical systems.
• Engaging with clients, regulators, and industry bodies at a senior level.
• Driving innovation, digital tools, and continuous improvement.
• Supporting business development and client relationship management.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking experienced professionals with a passion for leadership, innovation, and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (MEng, MSc, BEng, BSc).
• Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body.
• Proven experience in technical leadership or Responsible Engineer roles.
• Extensive background in civil and structural design within regulated environments (nuclear preferred).
• Deep understanding of nuclear safety, regulation, and quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of design standards (ACI, ASCE, AISC) and BIM tools.
• Proficiency in finite element modelling and validation.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A commitment to mentoring and continuous professional development.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary up to £75,000 + benefits
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid, part-time, 9 day fortnights)
• Pension matched up to 10%
• 24 days annual leave, option to buy or sell up to 10
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies.
• Professional development support and membership reimbursement.
• Access to employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.