Principal Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a talented Principal Structural Engineer. This role involves leading project delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting business development. The successful candidate should be a Chartered or near-chartered Structural Engineer with strong communication skills, ready to step into a leadership role with significant responsibilities. This position offers a competitive salary of £50k-£55k plus benefits and a varied workload across significant structural projects.

Qualifications

• Chartered or near-chartered status is crucial.
• Strong communication and client management skills required.
• Ambitious and willing to pursue an Associate level role.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across various structural schemes.
• Support business development and attend client-facing events.
• Represent the business in design team meetings and site visits.
• Mentor junior engineers to contribute to team growth.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client management

Leadership readiness

Mentoring

Education

Chartered or near-chartered Structural Engineer

Job description

Overview

Principal Structural Engineer – Birmingham. £50k-£55k plus benefits. An established, forward-thinking engineering consultancy is seeking a talented Principal Structural Engineer to join its growing Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer ready to take on greater responsibility and progress towards Associate level. The successful candidate will play a key role in both project delivery and business development, supporting senior leadership in client engagement, attending networking events, and gradually taking ownership of key relationships. This position is ideal for someone looking to step into a leadership role with structured support and real influence over the direction of the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across a range of structural schemes
• Support business development and attend client-facing events
• Represent the business in design team meetings and site visits
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth
• Work across a mix of sectors, including defence, higher education, and industrial projects

Ideal Candidate

• Chartered or near-chartered Structural Engineer
• Strong communication and client management skills
• Ambitious and ready to work towards Associate level
• Eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance due to project requirements

The team works with some high profile clients, and projects typically range over £10M and are delivered on fast-track programmes, offering a varied workload across design, survey and site-based activities. This is an excellent career move for a motivated engineer who thrives in a client-facing environment and is ready to shape their future within a supportive and ambitious team.

Apply now by sending your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting