Principal Structural Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to shape the skyline with innovative designs. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, manage impactful projects, and mentor junior engineers. With a competitive salary and a flexible working environment, this is an opportunity to grow your career while making a significant contribution to diverse projects in residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors. If you are passionate about structural engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual Bonus

28 days holiday

Flexible working environment

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of structural design experience across various building types.
• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of building structures using steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Manage a small team delivering projects from £1m to £20m.

Skills

Structural Design

Leadership

Project Management

Technical Analysis

Building Inspections

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MEng in Structural Engineering

Tools

Tedds

Tekla Structures

CPD Events

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer – Grow With a Team That Builds Boldly

Looking to step up into a senior role where your designs shape the skyline?

We’re on the lookout for a driven Senior Structural Engineer who’s ready to lead, mentor, and make a meaningful impact across a wide variety of projects.

Whether you’re already Chartered or on the path to it, if you’ve got the technical skill and leadership mindset, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the design of building structures across major sectors using steel, concrete, timber & masonry
• Manage a small team delivering projects from £1m to £20m, while juggling resourcing, fees, timelines, and quality
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders
• Conduct building inspections and structural reports with sound recommendations for remedial work
• Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians
• Report directly to Directors on project progress, financials, and QA compliance

What We're Looking For:

• 5–7 years' structural design experience across a variety of building types
• Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering)
• Chartered or actively working towards IStructE or ICE chartership
• Confident in Tedds and Tekla Structures (or similar)
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and communicating clearly with all stakeholders
• Strong technical and analytical design skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Full UK driving license (required)

Tools & Support Provided:

• Access to ongoing CPD events and technical courses
• Mentoring from in-house Chartered Engineers
• Assistance and funding support towards Chartership applications

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary & Annual Bonus: £40k – £50k depending on experience
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Flexible working environment
• Company Pension Scheme
• Projects that make an impact – across residential, commercial, healthcare, and more

Ready to Build Your Legacy?

If you're a confident designer with leadership ambitions and a passion for pushing projects forward, apply now and be part of a consultancy that’s quietly making big moves in the structural engineering world.