Senior Structural Engineer

Carrington West Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consultancy in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects in commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience, a strong grasp of UK building regulations, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ relevant structural engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
• Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations, codes, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of structural projects.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with architects and contractors.
• Undertake site inspections for compliance verification.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership

Tools

Structural analysis and design software

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established, growing engineering consultancy at its Cardiff office. The successful candidate will deliver projects across the building sector, including commercial, residential, and industrial schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of structural projects across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians
• Collaborate with architects and contractors
• Contribute to proposals and bids, including estimating timescales and costs for prospective work
• Undertake site inspections and visits to verify compliance with design intent, specifications, and safety standards
• Plan and manage project programmes, resources, and budgets to achieve successful delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or actively working towards chartership (IStructE/ICE)
• Minimum 6 years’ relevant structural engineering experience
• Strong proficiency with structural analysis and design software
• Proven track record delivering multi-disciplinary projects
• Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations, codes, and standards
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-collaboration skills
• Strong problem-solving capability and a commitment to high-quality outcomes

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary with bonus scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme
• Opportunity to shape and mentor a growing team while delivering varied, challenging projects

How to apply

To be considered, please apply directly or contact Abi on 02393 876 032.