Principal Structural Engineer - Lead Major Projects

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Rushden; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join its dynamic structural team in Higham Ferrers or Peterborough. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships and oversee concept to completion of major projects across automotive, commercial, industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate holds a Chartered Engineer status, a Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering, and 10-15 years of post-graduate experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status with the Institution of Structural Engineers.
• 10-15 years’ post-graduate experience across industrial, residential and/or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex engineering projects.
• Strong technical capability in the conceptual and detailed design of structures using concrete, steel, masonry and timber.
• Experience managing projects through all stages, from concept and design through to completion and coordination.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, together with experience using Eurocodes, finite element analysis and structural design software such as TEKLA and TEDDS.
• Strong commercial understanding, including fee proposals, margins, bids and resource planning.
• Excellent communication, report-writing and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main client contact for structural engineering projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Undertake detailed structural analysis and design in accordance with relevant codes and standards.
• Oversee departmental workload, resource planning, budgets and financial performance, ensuring efficient project delivery and protection of margins.
• Mentor and support engineers and technical staff, encouraging a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, providing expert structural engineering advice and solutions.
• Review and approve engineering designs, specifications and reports to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Keep up to date with industry developments, technologies and best practice, incorporating these into project delivery where appropriate.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure effective project coordination and delivery.
• Oversee site visits, inspections and responses to contractor queries during construction.

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join its dynamic structural team in Higham Ferrers or Peterborough. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships and oversee concept to completion of major projects across automotive, commercial, industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate holds a Chartered Engineer status, a Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering, and 10-15 years of post-graduate experience.