Principal Structural Engineer | Sheffield

Strata Consulting; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Chartership or specialist training

Collaborative team

Office growth influence

Job summary

Strata Consulting, a well‑established engineering consultancy, is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for its Sheffield office. You will lead major structural projects, mentor engineers and guide technical excellence while shaping the future direction of the team.

You will manage client relationships, oversee budgets and resources, and contribute to business development across diverse sectors. The role suits a proactive leader with Chartered status or near chartership and strong design

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered (CEng / MIStructE / MICE) or close to chartership.
• Significant experience delivering structural engineering projects in a consultancy environment.
• Strong technical proficiency in structural design and analysis software.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to guide teams.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and resources.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage structural engineering projects from concept through delivery.
• Provide technical leadership on building structures across materials such as steel, concrete, timber and masonry.
• Prepare, review and approve structural calculations, design reports and drawings.
• Manage and mentor engineers and technicians within the team.
• Oversee project resources, budgets, timelines and quality standards.
• Engage with clients, architects, contractors and stakeholders to build strong professional relationships.
• Support business development, bids and proposal writing.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, design codes and health & safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Structural design

Budget management

Client relationship

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client is a well‑established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy recognised for delivering practical, reliable and innovative engineering solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation in structural, civil, and building engineering, we partner with clients across commercial, residential, industrial, education, and public sectors.

Their Sheffield office continues to grow, driving exciting new projects throughout the region. They are now looking for an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to play a leading role in our team.

Opportunity

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will lead project delivery, mentor engineering teams and help shape the future of the Sheffield office. You’ll take responsibility for technical excellence, client relationships, and the successful delivery of structural engineering projects of varying scale and complexity.

This role suits someone who is passionate about engineering, confident managing teams, and eager to contribute to the strategic direction of a respected consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage structural engineering projects from concept through delivery.
• Provide technical leadership on building structures across materials such as steel, concrete, timber and masonry.
• Prepare, review and approve structural calculations, design reports and drawings.
• Manage and mentor engineers and technicians within the team.
• Oversee project resources, budgets, timelines and quality standards.
• Engage with clients, architects, contractors and stakeholders to build strong professional relationships.
• Support business development, bids and proposal writing.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, design codes and health & safety practices.

About you

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered (CEng / MIStructE / MICE) or close to chartership.
• Significant experience delivering structural engineering projects in a consultancy environment.
• Strong technical proficiency in structural design and analysis software.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to guide teams.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and resources.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Whats on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Support for further training, chartership or specialist accreditation.
• A collaborative, friendly and growing engineering team.
• The chance to influence the growth of the Sheffield office and play a key role in major regional projects.