Senior Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consultancy in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects and mentor junior engineers. This role encompasses managing structural designs across various building types, with a focus on client relationships. The consultancy emphasizes a collaborative culture and offers hybrid working arrangements, along with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in diverse projects. Candidates should have a strong background in structural engineering and be chartered or working towards it.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development investment

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering structural designs across a range of building types.
• Strong technical ability in structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber.
• Experience mentoring or overseeing junior engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from concept through to construction.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and design teams.

Skills

Project management

Structural design

Client communication

Mentoring junior engineers

Problem-solving

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

Tedds

Robot

ETABS

Job description

We’re working with a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in Gloucester looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to their team. Due to a sustained and healthy pipeline of work across multiple sectors, this consultancy is strengthening its Structures team with an experienced engineer who can take a leading role in project delivery and client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and respected consultancy working across a variety of projects including commercial, industrial, retail, public sector and domestic developments. You’ll be part of a close-knit structural engineering team, contributing to projects from concept through to construction, with real influence over design decisions. The role offers exposure to a diverse workload, the chance to mentor junior engineers, and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the Gloucester office.

My client is seeking a capable and confident Senior Structural Engineer who can manage projects independently, support team development, and maintain strong relationships with clients and design teams.

What’s On Offer

• A clear and supported pathway for career progression, with scope to move into associate-level responsibilities.
• A varied project portfolio across multiple sectors, avoiding repetitive or siloed work.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance.
• A friendly, professional team culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and support.
• Ongoing investment in training, CPD, and professional development.
• The opportunity to have a genuine influence on projects and the direction of the local team.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience delivering structural designs across a range of building types.
• Strong technical ability in structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber.
• Experience using industry-standard design software (e.g. Tekla, Tedds, Robot, ETABS or similar).
• The ability to manage projects from concept through to construction.
• Experience mentoring or overseeing junior engineers and technicians.
• Confident communication skills with clients, architects and contractors.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• A strong academic background with a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered with the IStructE or ICE (or working towards).