Senior Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Penenden Heath; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Maidstone is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead a portfolio of residential and commercial projects. You will own from concept to construction, working with clients, architects, and the design team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

The role offers technical responsibility, opportunities for progression, and a chance to shape developments near Maidstone. A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and Chartered status are preferred, with an

Qualifications

• Experience in a structural engineering consultancy, ideally within residential and commercial projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural design, analysis and relevant design standards.
• Ability to manage projects and communicate confidently with clients and other design professionals.
• Proactive approach with the confidence to take ownership of work.
• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Ideally Chartered or pursuing Chartered status with a recognised professional institution.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering structural designs for a range of residential and commercial projects.
• Taking projects from concept design through to detailed design and construction.
• Producing and reviewing calculations, specifications and technical drawings.
• Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other members of the design team.
• Providing technical guidance and supporting junior engineers where required.
• Managing project workloads, meeting deadlines and ensuring designs meet relevant standards and regulations.
• Contributing ideas and practical solutions to overcome engineering challenges and achieve the best outcomes for clients.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Technical leadership

Proactive approach

Ownership of work

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered status (preferred)

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Maidstone | Salary: Up to £60,000

Looking for your next big career move?

Are you a driven Senior Structural Engineer ready to take the next step in your career with a successful consultancy offering exciting projects, genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make your mark?

An established and growing engineering consultancy based near Maidstone is looking to welcome a talented Senior Structural Engineer to its team. With a strong focus on residential and commercial developments, this is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects, take ownership of designs and play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Why should you be interested?

This isn't just another structural engineering role. It's an opportunity to join a thriving consultancy where your technical expertise, ideas and input will be valued. You'll be involved in projects from initial concept through to construction, working closely with clients, architects and fellow design professionals to bring developments to life.

Whether you're already an established Senior Structural Engineer or looking for the right environment to take that next step, this role offers the scope to develop your skills, broaden your experience and build a rewarding long-term career.

What will you be doing?

• Leading and delivering structural designs for a range of residential and commercial projects.
• Taking projects from concept design through to detailed design and construction.
• Producing and reviewing calculations, specifications and technical drawings.
• Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other members of the design team.
• Providing technical guidance and supporting junior engineers where required.
• Managing project workloads, meeting deadlines and ensuring designs meet relevant standards and regulations.
• Contributing ideas and practical solutions to overcome engineering challenges and achieve the best outcomes for clients.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in a structural engineering consultancy, ideally within residential and commercial projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural design, analysis and relevant design standards.
• The ability to manage projects and communicate confidently with clients and other design professionals.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership of your work and contribute to a collaborative team.
• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Ideally Chartered, or actively working towards Chartered status with a recognised professional institution.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• A varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects.
• The opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop your technical expertise.
• A supportive environment with scope for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to work closely with clients and play a meaningful role in project delivery.
• The opportunity to join a successful consultancy where quality engineering and teamwork are at the heart of what they do.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you're a Senior Structural Engineer looking for a role that combines interesting projects, technical responsibility and genuine opportunities to progress, this could be the perfect fit.

Take the next step in your career and discover how you could contribute to a successful consultancy with an exciting pipeline of work.