Senior Structural Engineer

Access Talent Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy in Cardiff is seeking a Structural Engineer to manage diverse building projects from concept to construction. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to mentor junior team members. This role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension and benefits package

Flexible working environment

Structured career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or working toward Chartered status.
• Experience in delivering structural engineering designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and delivery of building projects.
• Manage project teams and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Structural design leadership

Project management

Technical mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

TEKLA

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Our client is a highly respected Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy with a strong footprint in the UK and growing international presence. Known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across sectors including Residential, Commercial, Retail, Industrial, and Entertainment, this practice offers an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineer to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the structural design and delivery of diverse building projects, from concept through to construction.
• Manage project teams, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Produce and review detailed calculations, drawings, and reports using industry-standard software.
• Contribute to business development through client engagement and support in preparing bids and proposals.

Key Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or working toward Chartered status (MICE or MIStructE).
• Strong experience delivering structural engineering designs across major materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry).
• Proficiency in design software such as TEKLA, Tedds, Revit, AutoCAD, and/or Scia is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to manage clients and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience working in consultancy environments on UK-based building projects.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous pension and benefits package, including private health cover and bonus scheme.
• Structured career development with opportunities to progress toward Associate or Technical Director roles.
• Flexible and hybrid working environment to support work-life balance.
• Access to exciting projects across a broad spectrum of sectors, both in the UK and internationally.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture with a focus on innovation and technical excellence.

If you're ready to join a business where your experience and ideas are valued, and where you can take real ownership of your work and career path – we want to hear from you.

Apply now or contact me for more details.

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