Senior Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer

​; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Gym membership discount

Mental health support

Job summary

Evan Craig is seeking a Senior/Principal Structural Engineer to join their structures team in Manchester. The role focuses on delivering structural engineering services for medium to large projects, from concept through to completion, with opportunities to lead teams and manage client engagements.

The candidate will have a good degree in structural engineering, be chartered or working towards Chartered status, and demonstrate experience in design, regulatory understanding, and the use of Tekla,

Qualifications

• Be a graduate with a good degree in structural engineering.
• Chartered Member of ICE or IStructE (or working towards).
• Proven track record in a relevant design role.

Responsibilities

• Production of structural engineering work packages from concept to completion.
• Produce calculation packages for Building Control submission.
• Undertake surveys and write reports in good English with recommendations.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Represent the company at external meetings with clients and contractors.
• Deliver work to fee and timescales; manage team workflow and monthly financials.

Skills

Structural engineering

Team leadership

Client liaison

Education

Graduate in structural engineering

Chartered ICE/IStructE

Tools

Tekla

Tedds

SCIA

Job description

| MANCHESTER |

Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer sought at this award-winning and prestigious, Large Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Manchester.

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Overview

Our client is a large, independent firm of consultants and project managers in the property and construction sector. Operating from multiple offices across the UK and internationally, this well-established practice delivers integrated services to a broad range of clients in the public and private spheres. The team is known for their collaborative approach, technical expertise in diverse disciplines, and commitment to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across all project scales.

The are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer to join their structures team. In this role you will be responsible for assisting in the provision of a wide range of engineering services to a variety of projects including new build schools, retirement villages, car manufacturing plants and residential tower blocks.

Key Responsibilities

• Production of structural engineering work packages relating to medium to large development projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Production of calculations packages for Building Control submission.
• Undertake survey inspections and produce written reports in good English on findings, set out in a logical manner with appropriate recommendations.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Represent the company at external meetings with clients, contractors, and fellow professionals.
• Be responsible for delivering work to a fee and to timescales agreed.
• Prepare client / project proposals.
• Agree design philosophy / design fundamentals.
• Manage individuals or groups within the team on a daily basis from both a technical and workflow perspectives.
• Assist in organising the wider team workflow in conjunction with the project billing.
• Input into the monthly team financials.

Requirements

• Be a graduate with a good degree in structural engineering
• Chartered Member of Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers (or working towards this)
• Proven track record of working in a relevant design role which will be discussed at interview
• A good understanding of regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in use of design software such as Tekla, Tedds, SCIA

On offer

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave – 25 days plus options to buy, carry over, or sell.
• Community Spirit – Three volunteering days each year.
• Mental Health Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders and app.
• Financial Benefits – Life assurance, pension scheme, and income protection.
• Physical Wellbeing – Medical insurance, private GP access, and discounted gym membership.
• Flexible Working – Hybrid working tailored to you and your team.
• Career Development – Support for professional, personal, and educational growth.
• Extra Benefits – Performance bonus, car allowance, and more based on role.

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All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.

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