Principal Civil & Structural Engineer

BakerHicks; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerHicks seeks a Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to lead design on significant projects, mentor a team, and collaborate with stakeholders. Located in London, this role requires Chartered Membership and a strong technical background. Join a progressive company offering excellent benefits and a culture of inclusive teamwork.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme including gym membership

Family-friendly policies

Employee assistance

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with demonstrated project leadership experience.
• Proven commercial management skills in civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge in steel, concrete, drainage, and foundations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Civil & Structural Engineering design projects.
• Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technicians.
• Ensure successful project outcomes in terms of quality and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Technical Knowledge

Education

Chartered Membership of ICE or IStructE

Job description

Direct message the job poster from BakerHicks

Talent Acquisition Researcher at BakerHicks - Delivering creative design, engineering and project delivery solutions together with our clients…

Are you a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality projects and leading motivated teams? BakerHicks is looking for an experienced Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to join our growing team and help shape the future of engineering in sectors such as buildings, infrastructure, and more.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage Civil & Structural Engineering design on medium and large-scale projects
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative and compliant solutions
• Ensure successful project outcomes in terms of time, cost, quality, and resource management
• Contribute to commercial activities, including tenders, proposals, and fee estimates
• Maintain and champion quality standards and compliance controls

What You Bring:

• Chartered Membership of ICE or IStructE
• Proven experience leading projects and managing commercial elements
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Deep technical knowledge across steel, concrete, foundations, drainage, and more
• Eligibility for UK security clearance

Nice to Have

• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary projects
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety standards
• Full clean UK driving license

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus the ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family-friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

Why Join Us?

At BakerHicks, we're known for our innovation, team culture, and commitment to delivering excellence. You'll have opportunities to grow, lead, and work on projects that make a real impact.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Civil Engineering and Engineering Services

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