Senior Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their expanding York team. You will lead the design and delivery of residential and commercial projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Candidates should have strong project management skills and a degree in Civil Engineering. The role offers flexible working arrangements, professional development support, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the built environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Performance-based bonus scheme

Professional chartership support

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Employer pension contributions

Paid overtime

Interest-free travel loans

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage projects independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of both new-build and refurbishment structures.
• Experience with materials: steel, concrete, timber, masonry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Ensure projects meet Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects and clients for design solutions.

Skills

Project management

Structural design

Excellent communication

Mentoring junior engineers

Hands-on mindset

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tedds

ETABS

Job description

We’re seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join our client’s expanding York team. In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of standout residential and commercial projects, making a tangible impact on the built environment.

From concept through to completion, you’ll work on a diverse range of developments while advancing your expertise and growing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

What’s on offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Professional chartership support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employer pension contributions
• Paid overtime
• Interest‑free travel loans

The role:

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes at every stage.
• Deliver projects across industrial, residential, retail, commercial, and healthcare sectors, meeting Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to develop well‑coordinated design solutions.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, upholding the company’s reputation for quality and reliability.
• Undertake structural inspections and assessments of new and existing properties, applying expertise in concrete, steel, timber, and masonry.
• Carry out structural analysis and design using industry-standard software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Tedds), producing accurate drawings, reports, and technical outputs.
• Prepare clear, professional documentation including structural survey reports and design deliverables.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering growth and contributing to team development.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Proven ability to manage projects independently, from concept through to delivery.
• Strong technical knowledge of both new‑build and refurbishment structures.
• Experience working with a variety of materials: steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• A supportive approach to mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
• Proactive, hands‑on mindset with a passion for high‑quality structural design.
• Excellent communication skills, with confidence working alongside clients, architects, and contractors.
• Proficiency in structural design software (e.g., Tekla, Tedds, ETABS, or similar).
• Chartered (IStructE or ICE), or close to achieving chartership with clear progress.
• Degree‑qualified (MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering, or equivalent).