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Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

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Leeds

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chartered Principal Engineer to lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative civil and structural engineering solutions. This role offers the opportunity to manage diverse projects, mentor junior staff, and engage directly with clients to drive successful outcomes. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a rewarding career path for those with a passion for engineering excellence. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a flexible working schedule while contributing to impactful projects in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company performance-related bonus scheme
Matched pension scheme up to 5%
Private Healthcare Schemes
Cycle to Work Scheme
Flexible start and finish times
Relaxed working environment

Qualifications

  • 8+ years experience in civil or structural engineering.
  • Strong technical knowledge in design, inspections, and calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of Engineers and Technicians.
  • Oversee design and conduct inspections of civil & structural schemes.
  • Liaise with clients and prepare project proposals.

Skills

Project Management
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Client Relationship Management
Technical Knowledge in Design
Team Leadership
Interpersonal Skills
Commercial Awareness

Education

Civil or Structural Engineering Degree
Chartered Status (ICE or IStructE)

Job description

Your duties will include, although not be limited to:

  1. Leading and managing a team of Engineers and Technicians, including mentoring, coaching and training.
  2. Taking ownership of own projects across buildings schemes.
  3. Carrying out inspections, site surveys and assessments of structures and preparing reports.
  4. Overseeing the design of civil & structural schemes and checking designs prepared by others, including detailed calculations by hand and through computer models.
  5. Advising junior staff on solutions and supporting other team members on developing solutions.
  6. Preparing and managing project programmes, workload and resources along with the directors.
  7. Liaising with clients to verify project scope and ensure deliverables.
  8. Preparation of tenders and proposals.
  9. Developing new and existing client relationships.
  10. Meeting with clients to promote the skills we provide.
  11. Development of new work opportunities.
  12. Development of the team, including interviewing and resourcing.

What will I receive in return?

As a Chartered Principal Engineer, you would receive a salary of £(phone number removed) dependent on experience and qualifications, including:

  1. 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off, with option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year.
  2. Company performance-related bonus scheme.
  3. Matched pension scheme of up to 5%.
  4. Private Healthcare Schemes / Cycle to Work Scheme.
  5. Relaxed and comfortable working environment.

You’ll be employed on a permanent contract, working 40 hours per week. There is flexibility with start and finish times available however, the core working hours are Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm.

What will I need to be considered for this vacancy?

  1. Relevant Civil or Structural Engineering degree.
  2. Working towards Chartership or Chartered (ICE or IStructE).
  3. 8+ years experience.
  4. Strong technical knowledge within assessment and design including inspections, calculations and analysis of existing structures and new-build design development.
  5. Considerable project management experience across buildings, bridges and temporary works, with drive and a proven record to meeting targets.
  6. Experience within the UK industry; preferably with Eurocode and Highway standards.
  7. Experience leading and developing a team of Engineers.
  8. Client focused approach with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  9. Strong commercial awareness.
  10. Full UK driving licence and own transport.
  11. Eligible to live and work in the UK and high standard of written English.
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