Principal Structural Engineer in St Helens)

Penguin Recruitment; St Helens; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Flexible working

Autonomy and influence

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead a range of structural projects in St Helens. You will drive design, client liaison and project delivery, while guiding a team of engineers and technicians within a growing North West office.

The role offers leadership development toward Associate/Director, flexible working options, and a collaborative culture. Experience in UK consultancy and Chartered status are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered (CEng) with IStructE or ICE.
• Extensive UK consultancy experience.
• Strong leadership & project management track record.
• Excellent communication with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of structures in steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.
• Oversee technical delivery and quality assurance.
• Manage project programmes, budgets and resources.
• Act as primary contact for key clients.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians.
• Support business development and tender submissions.
• Contribute to strategic growth of the office.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relations

Team mentoring

Structural design

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Principal Structural Engineer

St Helens | Full-time | Excellent Salary + Leadership Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Structural Engineer to join a well-established and growing engineering consultancy in St Helens.

With a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality structural solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, and public sector projects, the consultancy continues to expand its portfolio throughout the North West and beyond. We are now seeking an experienced and commercially aware Principal Structural Engineer to play a key leadership role within the business.

The Role

As Principal Structural Engineer, you will take technical and managerial responsibility for a range of structural projects, from concept design through to completion. You will lead project teams, maintain key client relationships, and contribute strategically to the ongoing development of the St Helens office.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design of structures in steel, reinforced concrete, timber, and masonry
• Overseeing technical delivery and quality assurance
• Managing project programmes, budgets, and resources
• Acting as the primary point of contact for key clients
• Mentoring and developing engineers and technicians
• Supporting business development and tender submissions
• Contributing to the strategic growth of the consultancy

About You

We are looking for a confident and commercially minded engineer who:

• Holds a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Is Chartered (CEng) with IStructE or ICE
• Has extensive UK consultancy experience
• Demonstrates strong technical expertise and leadership capability
• Has a proven track record of managing projects and teams
• Communicates effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams

What We Offer

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear progression pathway to Associate/Director level
• Flexible working arrangements
• Autonomy and influence within a growing office
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunity to shape the future direction of the St Helens team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Principal Structural Engineer looking to step into a senior leadership role within a respected consultancy, where your expertise and ambition will be genuinely valued.

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