Senior Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in the UK. In this role, you will lead various projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving excellent project delivery. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers, making a significant impact on the built environment. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background, experience with diverse materials, and competence in structural design software like Tekla and Tedds. Competitive benefits include flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working

Bonus Scheme

Chartership support

Professional training and development

Pension contribution

Paid overtime

Interest free travel loans

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead projects from concept to construction.
• Experience with concrete, steel, timber, and masonry.
• Strong competence in structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse projects ensuring quality across all stages.
• Collaborate with architects and clients for design solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers to support their professional growth.

Skills

Leadership in project delivery

Strong technical background

Mentorship abilities

Excellent communication skills

Proactive, hands-on approach

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Chartered with IStructE or ICE (or nearing chartership)

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tedds

ETABS

Job description

Are you an experienced Structural Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our client’s growing team, leading the design and delivery of high-quality residential and commercial projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the built environment, working on a diverse range of developments from concept through to completion.

What's on offer:

• Flexible working
• Bonus Scheme
• Chartership support
• Professional training and development
• Pension contribution
• Paid overtime
• Interest free travel loans

The role:

• Lead a diverse portfolio of projects, delivering excellence across all stages and outputs.
• Manage UK-based projects across industrial, residential, retail, commercial, and healthcare sectors, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated design solutions that meet client objectives and project goals.
• Drive successful project delivery within agreed timescales and budgets, maintaining our reputation for quality and reliability.
• Undertake structural assessments and inspections of new and existing properties, applying expertise in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber to resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Carry out structural analysis and design using industry-standard software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Tedds), ensuring accuracy and consistency in technical outputs including drawings and reports.
• Prepare clear, high-quality documentation such as structural survey reports that demonstrate precision and professionalism.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and contributing to the development of the wider team.

What you need to succeed:

• Proven ability to lead projects independently from concept through to construction.
• Strong technical background in both new build and refurbishment structures.
• Experience with a range of materials including concrete, steel, timber, and masonry.
• Ability to mentor and support junior engineers and technicians.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and a genuine interest in high‑quality structural design.
• Excellent communication skills and experience liaising with clients, architects, and contractors.
• Competence in structural design software (e.g. Tekla, TEDDS, ETABS, or similar).
• Ideally Chartered with IStructE or ICE, or nearing chartership with demonstrable progress.
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).