Principal Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for their Portsmouth office. The role involves leading projects from design to execution, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients and stakeholders. Offering a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, this position is ideal for engineers seeking autonomy and growth.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Clear pathway to progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in structural design across various sectors.
• Member of IStructE with Incorporated or Chartered status (or working towards).
• Strong knowledge of structural design codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage structural engineering projects from conception to delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Prepare structural reports, specifications, and tender submissions.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (BEng minimum)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

️ Principal Structural Engineer – Monmouth or Portsmouth | £50,000–£70,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Hybrid Working | Permanent

Are you a Senior or Principal Structural Engineer looking for a fresh challenge and the chance to take full ownership of your projects within a thriving and expanding multi-disciplinary consultancy?

Whether you're already operating at Principal level or ready to step up, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering and design business delivering high-impact infrastructure projects across the UK. You’ll be leading structural design and project delivery across a range of sectors, with the autonomy to shape how your projects are run and the support of a collaborative, highly skilled team around you.

With offices in Monmouth and Portsmouth, we’re flexible on location and offer hybrid working to support your work-life balance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead and manage structural engineering projects from conception through to delivery

Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across disciplines

Complete full structural designs and calculations to the latest standards and regulations

Engage with stakeholders, clients and contractors on site and during project meetings

Prepare structural reports, specifications and tender submissions

Oversee construction processes, safety compliance and QA

Contribute to bid responses, feasibility studies and site surveys

Ensure high standards of documentation and project tracking

Play an active role in the use of BIM and 3D modelling software in project delivery

What We’re Looking For:

Degree qualified in Civil/Structural Engineering (BEng minimum)

5+ years’ experience in structural design, ideally across a range of sectors and project sizes

Member of IStructE, with Incorporated or Chartered status (or actively working towards)

Strong working knowledge of structural design codes, building regulations, and British Standards

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk, Civil 3D, MicroStation

Proven ability to lead projects and direct more junior staff

Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel as required

Nice to Have:

MEng or relevant master’s degree

Experience delivering projects in BIM environments

Contract preparation and project management skills

Existing UK Security Clearance (or willingness to undergo clearance)

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary of £50,000–£70,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working – office-based in Monmouth or Portsmouth with flexibility

Annual bonus and full benefits package

Clear pathway to further progression within a growing team

️ A varied workload across structural inspections, design and new build projects

The chance to work on nationally significant, technically challenging schemes

If you're a skilled Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with real autonomy and long-term progression opportunities, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.