Senior Structural Engineer

Marshall Davies Ltd

Glasgow

Hybrid

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus

Hybrid working

Job summary

Marshall Davies Ltd in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead delivery of complex structural projects, with a focus on temporary works design and construction methodologies. The role demands ownership of projects, client liaison, and mentoring of junior engineers.

You will direct technical design from concept to completion, applying Eurocodes and modern engineering principles to create safe, efficient, buildable solutions.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Strong background in structural engineering / temporary works design.
Proven ability to lead projects and manage client relationships.
Experience mentoring or managing junior engineers.
Strong technical knowledge of structural behaviour, materials, and design standards (Eurocodes).
Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE/IStructE).

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of structural engineering projects.
Design and oversee complex temporary works schemes.
Develop and review construction sequences and methodologies.
Deliver detailed design across structural engineering, from concept through to construction.
Apply advanced structural engineering principles to develop safe, efficient, and buildable solutions.
Review and sign off design calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
Mentor and develop graduate and intermediate engineers, supporting their technical and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client management

Temporary works

Eurocodes

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Glasgow with hybrid working

Competitive salary + excellent benefits (car allowance and bonus) + clear progression

About the Company

A leading, award-winning engineering consultancy currently experiencing a growth phase. Known for delivering innovative and practical engineering solutions, the business operates across a wide range of sectors and is continuing to expand its technical capability.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex engineering solutions across temporary works. The project portfolio includes a significant amount of challenging temporary works / structural engineering design.

This is a senior position suited to an engineer who is confident taking ownership of projects, leading design delivery, and mentoring junior engineers. You will be trusted to manage projects from concept through to completion, working closely with clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of structural engineering projects
Design and oversee complex temporary works schemes
Develop and review construction sequences and methodologies
Deliver detailed design across structural engineering, from concept through to construction
Apply advanced structural engineering principles to develop safe, efficient, and buildable solutions
Review and sign off design calculations, drawings, and technical reports
Mentor and develop graduate and intermediate engineers, supporting their technical and professional growth

About You

Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
Strong background in structural engineering / temporary works design
Proven ability to lead projects and manage client relationships
Experience mentoring or managing junior engineers
Strong technical knowledge of structural behaviour, materials, and design standards (Eurocodes)
Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE/IStructE)
Commercially aware with a practical, solutions-led mindset

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