Senior Structural Engineer

ICE Recruit; Hove; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ICE Recruit is representing a South Coast structural engineering consultancy currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their busy team in the Hove outskirts. The position offers a competitive salary of £50k-£55k plus benefits and a clear long‑term career pathway with potential ownership within the firm.

The successful candidate will tackle complex structural challenges, lead projects, and build strong relationships with architects, contractors and local authorities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural design within a consultancy.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience building relationships with architects, contractors and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior projects and manage design deliverables from concept to completion.
• Support junior engineers and review technical work for quality and feasibility.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to manage expectations and budgets.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project leadership

Client liaison

Education

Chartered status advantageous

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

Hove outskirts

£50k-£55k plus benefits

Our client is an established and highly regarded structural engineering consultancy on the South Coast who are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its busy team. The role offers an exceptional long-term career opportunity with real scope for progression and influence.

This is an ideal role for an experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex structural challenges and building strong relationships with architects, contractors and local authorities. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of a well-respected practice, applying both technical expertise and commercial insight across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The position offers exposure to a wide variety of work, from bespoke residential design and listed building inspections to a broad mix of commercial schemes, typically up to £5m in value. With no two projects the same, the role provides genuine variety and the chance to take ownership of both design and client engagement.

Beyond project delivery, this opportunity stands out for its clear and achievable long-term career pathway. The successful candidate will take on a leadership role within the team, contributing to its growth and direction, with the potential to progress towards a financial stake and eventual ownership within the business.

Applicants should have strong experience in structural design within a consultancy environment and be confident leading projects and supporting junior engineers. Chartered status is advantageous but not essential.

A highly competitive and flexible salary package is on offer, reflecting the seniority of the role and the significant opportunity for career progression within a thriving and ambitious consultancy.