Senior Structural Engineer

Aztrum; Ashford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering firm in Kent is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with 5–8 years of experience to lead the technical delivery of projects. The role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality design outputs. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of UK codes and a commitment to innovative engineering design. This position offers competitive compensation between £52,000 and £55,000.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years' post-graduate experience in structural engineering design.
• Strong understanding of UK codes, construction methods, and procurement processes.
• Mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day technical delivery of structural projects.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Coordinate with clients, architects and contractors.

Skills

Structural engineering design

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership

Job description

Overview

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Kent

Salary: £52,000 - £55,000

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to play a key role in their Kent office. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors and materials, taking a hands-on role in shaping innovative and high-quality structural design.

As a senior member of the team, you will take ownership of the technical delivery of projects from early concept through to completion. Reporting to the Associate Director, you’ll be responsible for producing and reviewing design work, coordinating with architects and consultants, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, sustainably, and to the highest professional standards.

About You

• 5–8 years’ post-graduate experience in structural engineering design
• Strong understanding of UK codes, construction methods, and procurement processes
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or actively working toward chartership
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills
• A collaborative mindset and passion for creative, design-led engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day technical delivery of structural projects
• Act as project lead, design manager, or discipline lead as needed
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and other consultants
• Attend design meetings, site inspections, and construction reviews
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Support and mentor junior engineers
• Contribute to team planning and project programming