Principal Structural Engineer - Bristol

Tetra Tech; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Bristol is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join their team. This role involves managing infrastructure projects, leading designs, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates will be chartered engineers with a strong background in structural design and project management. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits supporting individual performance and innovation

Qualifications

• Chartered civil or structural engineer (CEng and either MICE or MIStructE).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in managing projects and delivering work on time.
• Sound experience in producing drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Commercial management experience of projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and management of infrastructure projects.
• Lead projects independently and manage client communications.
• Prepare designs, specifications, and technical approval submissions.
• Collaborate with senior management on research projects.

Skills

Strong design background

Interpersonal and communication skills

Experience in structural engineering projects

Technical knowledge of industry-standard software

Project management skills

Education

Chartered civil or structural engineer (CEng and either MICE or MIStructE)

Tools

Tekla

Robot

Revit

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to challenges across a wide variety of projects.

Summary

We are seeking a full-time Principal Structural Engineer with strong design background to support our structural engineering team in Bristol. The team undertakes a wide variety of projects for the private and public sector, across a range of development sectors. We seek to provide integrated solutions incorporating state of the art design.

Responsibilities

We require an experienced individual of high calibre to assist in the design and management structural engineering works associated with a wide variety of major and challenging infrastructure projects for the private and public sector.

Specifically, we are seeking to strengthen our design and delivery capacity and require an applicant experienced in a broad range of projects. Experience of design and the design process throughout all stages from concept to delivery is essential, as well as managing small teams to achieve each client’s requirements. Experience in the management of other design disciplines will be helpful though not essential.

You will take individual responsibility for a range of project types, manage them independently and be the client’s main point of contact. Projects range in size but may include development of significant estate portfolios, or smaller individual projects. Projects are typically a mixture of new-build and refurbishment. Sectors would include healthcare, education, defence & security, commercial, science & technology, and others. You will lead independently and proactively on technical aspects including preparing designs, specification, technical approval submissions, site supervision and will be fully conversant with industry design standards. There will also be the opportunity to work collaboratively with senior management on research projects and innovative initiatives.

About You

You are an enthusiastic engineer who likes a challenge and has aspirations to further their career.

• Be a chartered civil or structural engineer (CEng and either MICE or MIStructE).

• Have good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, a collaborative approach and a proven ability to deliver work on time.

• Be confident working directly with clients, other design professionals, and contractors.

• Have strong experience and bring a sound knowledge and understanding of structural engineering projects through your proven experience. You can demonstrate your abilities in producing drawings, specifications, calculations and technical reports.

• Have technical knowledge including use of industry-standard software (ideally Tekla/Robot) and basic ability with Revit.

• Have sound experience of commercial management of projects and change control.

• Be committed to encouraging good health and safety practices within the workplace and within design.

• Display enthusiasm, flexibility, and versatility as a team player.

• Be able to mentor, enthuse and support team members.

• Have a desire to build upon your existing experience, continuing your professional development with Tetra Tech.

• Hold a full UK Driving Licence.

• Have the ability to obtain UK security clearance.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Information

• Organization: 784 TCE