Senior Structural Engineer

Tate; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Hemel Hempstead seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead technical delivery on exciting projects. The role involves mentoring junior staff and collaborating with various specialists to deliver innovative solutions. Candidates should hold a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, possess strong problem-solving abilities, and have proven experience in structural design. The position offers an engaging environment with a focus on professional growth and development, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contribution towards personal pension scheme

Death in Service benefit

Private Health Insurance

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven post-qualification experience in structural design.
• Ability to design in all conventional materials.
• Experience with refurbishment projects.

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

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative team player

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer - Hemel Hempstead

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.

Requirements

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).


• Proven post‑qualification experience in structural design.


• 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 include

• Competitive salary.


• Contribution towards a personal pension scheme (up to 5% of salary).


• Salary Exchange Scheme.


• Death in Service benefit.


• 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.

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.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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