Senior Structural Engineer Leicester

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd; Wigston; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Career progression

Chartered support

Job summary

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd in Leicester is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and delivery of diverse UK projects. You will collaborate with clients, architects and contractors, taking projects from concept to construction with autonomy and mentorship responsibilities.

The role offers hybrid working, exposure to a varied portfolio and clear progression opportunities toward Principal/Associate positions, with support toward Chartership where required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Several years of UK structural consultancy experience.
• Chartered or progressing towards Chartership (IStructE or ICE).
• Proficient with relevant design codes and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design from feasibility through to construction.
• Design structures in steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.
• Produce and review structural calculations, reports and technical specifications.
• Manage project programmes, budgets and client relationships.
• Attend site visits, surveys and project meetings.
• Mentor and develop graduate and intermediate engineers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Support the technical and commercial success of projects.

Skills

Client-facing

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Are you a Senior Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established consultancy delivering a diverse range of projects across the UK?

Our client, a growing engineering consultancy based in Leicester, is looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to strengthen their structural team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer seeking greater responsibility, client exposure, and involvement in a varied portfolio of projects.

Role

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of structural projects from concept through to construction. Working closely with clients, architects, contractors, and fellow engineers, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of projects across multiple sectors, including:

• Residential developments
• Commercial buildings
• Industrial facilities
• Retail schemes
• Education projects
• Refurbishment and regeneration schemes

You'll be given the autonomy to manage projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Leading structural design on a variety of projects from feasibility through to detailed design.
• Designing structures in steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.
• Producing and reviewing structural calculations, reports and technical specifications.
• Managing project programmes, budgets and client relationships.
• Attending site visits, surveys and project meetings.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Mentoring and developing graduate and intermediate engineers.
• Supporting the technical and commercial success of projects.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Several years of experience within a UK structural consultancy environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of relevant design codes and standards.
• Experience delivering projects independently.
• Proficient with industry-standard analysis and design software.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Progressing towards Chartership or already Chartered (IStructE or ICE).

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Varied and challenging project portfolio.
• Clear progression opportunities into Principal and Associate-level positions.
• Support towards Chartership where required.
• Modern office environment with a collaborative team culture.
• Ongoing training and professional development.