Senior Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Bridgend; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Benefits package

Career progression

Professional development

Team environment

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is helping a Bridgend-based consultancy find a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects from concept through to completion, mentoring junior engineers and building client relationships. The role offers hybrid working, a collaborative environment, and exposure to a diverse portfolio across residential, commercial, industrial, and public sector developments.

You'll work with UK design standards and a team committed to engineering excellence, professional development, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural engineering within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards and relevant software.
• Experience leading projects and liaising with clients and design teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Chartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through to completion and mentor junior engineers.
• Build strong client relationships and coordinate with design teams.
• Deliver high-quality structural engineering solutions on diverse projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure design integrity and timely delivery.
• Support business growth and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Structural engineering

UK design standards

Project leadership

Client liaison

Communication skills

Chartered status

Job description

Overview

Are you a Senior Structural Engineer looking for a fresh challenge with a forward-thinking consultancy where your ideas are valued and your career can thrive?

An established and growing engineering consultancy in Bridgend is seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join its collaborative and ambitious team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, industrial, education, and public sector developments, taking a leading role in delivering innovative structural engineering solutions.

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to lead projects from concept through to completion, mentor junior engineers, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the business. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about engineering excellence and committed to delivering high-quality results.

The successful Senior Structural Engineer will enjoy genuine flexibility, with hybrid working options available to help support a healthy work-life balance. Whether you prefer collaborating in the office or working from home for part of the week, you’ll be trusted to work in a way that enables you to perform at your best.

You’ll be joining a consultancy that invests in its people, encourages professional development, and offers clear opportunities for career progression. If you’re motivated by challenging projects, supportive colleagues, and the chance to make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step.

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What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in structural engineering within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards and relevant software.
• Experience leading projects and liaising with clients and design teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Chartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working options.
• Exciting and varied project portfolio.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you’re a Senior Structural Engineer ready to take the next step in your career and join a consultancy where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.