Senior Structural Engineer

Tate Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution towards a personal pension scheme

Private Health Insurance

Initial 25 days holiday

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to take ownership of various technical projects. This role involves collaborating with a team and representing the company in meetings while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, strong design abilities, and excellent communication skills. The position offers opportunities to work on significant projects and develop leadership skills in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Required degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in conventional materials and refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics and foundation design.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of technical delivery for structural engineering projects.
• Collaborate closely with your team and report to the Project Director.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including health and safety.

Skills

Design in all conventional materials

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative team player

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Job description

Delivering on my promises

Delivering on my promises has a positive impact on the life people lead and my commitment and approach helps clients grow their business.

Job Summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your structural engineering career? Our client is a leading consultancy delivering expert engineering, design and surveying solutions across the construction industry. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, they support projects from concept to completion across a variety of sectors.

Their Structural Engineering team works on an exciting mix of projects in commercial, residential, R&D and energy sectors, covering both new builds and complex refurbishments.

You’ll collaborate with in‑house specialists in civil engineering, transport, building surveying and geomatics, creating a dynamic environment that fosters technical growth and professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer who is proactive, technically skilled and eager to make an impact. You’ll lead challenging projects, mentor junior team members and deliver creative, high‑quality structural solutions. Expect a varied workload, client‑facing responsibilities and the chance to shape the future of the built environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take ownership of technical delivery for structural engineering projects, including financial and project management aspects.
• Collaborate closely with your team and report to the Project Director.
• Represent the business professionally in meetings with architects, clients, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including health and safety.
• Assess sustainability and environmental impact throughout project stages.

What They’re Looking For

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Ability to design in all conventional materials and experience with refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics and foundation design.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to provide strategic design advice.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Collaborative team player with commercial awareness.

Benefits

• Contribution towards a personal pension scheme (up to 5% of salary)
• Salary Exchange Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Initial 25 days holiday (3 held for the Christmas period)
• Additional holiday accrued in accordance with the number of years’ services, up to a total of 28 days

Additional Information

This role offers the chance to work on diverse, high‑profile projects while developing your leadership skills in a supportive, forward‑thinking consultancy.

Interested? Apply today and take the lead in delivering innovative structural solutions

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Engineering

Industries

Construction, Building Construction, and Civil Engineering

Locations

Amersham, Battersea, London