Senior Structural Engineer

Strata Consulting; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Strata Consulting in Bristol is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our growing Structures team. You will design sustainable, practical structures for industrial and data centre projects, collaborating with a team of experts to deliver high-profile schemes.

The role values Chartered status (IStructE/ICE) preferred but not essential, and offers flexible working, development support, and mentorship to help you progress to chartership.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural design for industrial or data centre projects.
• Proficiency in Tekla, Robot or MasterSeries.
• Understanding of codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage projects from concept to completion.
• Commitment to sustainability and innovative design.
• Chartered status with IStructE or ICE preferred.
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design for industrial and data centre projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, clients and the project team.
• Drive delivery on time and within budget.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development.
• Support chartership development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Industrial/data centre experience

Structural design

Project management

Mentoring

Sustainability

Stakeholder communication

Education

MEng in Civil Engineering

BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla

Robot

MasterSeries

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career with a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering consultancy? We're seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join a thriving Structural Engineering team in Bristol. As part of a national consultancy, the Structures team is committed to creating sustainable and practical designs across a variety of sectors, including industrial and data centres.

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you’ll collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals on cutting-edge projects that make a tangible impact. This is an opportunity to work on ambitious industrial and data centre developments while working alongside a supportive team of experts who value innovation and growth. From designing efficient, future-ready structures to building meaningful client relationships, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving project success.

We’re seeking a motivated individual with a strong foundation in structural engineering, ideally with experience in the industrial and/or data centre sectors. While Chartered status with the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) is preferred, it’s not essential—what matters most is your passion for excellence and ability to deliver quality results. If you’re a creative problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment, this role is for you.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and tailored benefits package.
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Professional development support, including training and mentorship to help you achieve chartership.
• Opportunities to work on diverse, high-profile projects in cutting-edge sectors.
• A vibrant, collaborative workplace culture that fosters innovation and growth.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in structural design, with a focus on industrial and/or data centre projects.
• Proficiency in structural design software such as Tekla, Robot or MasterSeries.
• Strong understanding of relevant codes and standards.
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Commitment to sustainability and innovative design approaches.
• Enthusiasm for mentoring and supporting junior engineers.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE (preferred but not essential).
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).