Structural Engineer in Cardiff

RGB Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Home working options

Free parking

Job summary

RGB Recruitment is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer for a design-led consultancy in Cardiff, offering a competitive salary and a generous package. The role focuses on delivering well-engineered building structures and provides strong progression opportunities within a modern, collaborative culture.

You will lead design and analysis, mentor juniors, and coordinate with architects, contractors and clients from concept through site delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil or structural engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered with ICE or IStructE or working toward it.
• Experience in building structures within a consultancy.
• Proficient in Tekla, Autodesk and related analysis tools.
• Strong communication with stakeholders.
• Understanding of design-to-construction process.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed design and structural analysis across building types.
• Lead projects and oversee a design team.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Communicate with architects, contractors and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.
• Liaise with clients and respond to technical queries.
• Attend site visits and contribute to technical reports and design reviews.
• Take on increasing responsibility toward senior management.

Skills

Structural design

Building structures

Communication

Team leadership

Tekla

Autodesk

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Chartered status with ICE/IStructE

Tools

Tekla

Autodesk

Job description

£45,000-£55,000 + Package Forward-Thinking Consultancy Flexible Working Are you an experienced Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a highly regarded, design-led consultancy? This established practice in Cardiff has built a strong reputation for delivering well-engineered, creative solutions across the South West and South Wales. With an impressive project pipeline and a collaborative, modern working culture, this is an excellent opportunity for an engineer seeking progression and long-term career development.

About the Role

As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality building structure projects for a wide range of clients. This consultancy consistently "punches above its weight," securing complex and prestigious schemes across both public and private sectors. You will join a supportive team environment where progression into senior management is encouraged.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking detailed design and structural analysis across a variety of building types within the property sector.
• Leading projects and overseeing the work of a dedicated design team.
• Providing guidance, mentoring, and technical direction to junior engineers and technicians.
• Regular communication with architects, contractors, and wider project stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Liaising directly with clients and responding swiftly to technical queries.
• Attending site visits and meetings, contributing to technical reports and design reviews.
• Taking on increasing responsibility as you move toward higher-level management roles within the business.

Key Projects You'll Be Involved In

The Cardiff office is currently engaged in a wide range of exciting and challenging developments, including:

• RC-framed multi-storey buildings up to 35 floors (hotels, residential, student accommodation)
• National out-of-town retail developments across the UK
• Custodial facilities and secure government-led projects
• Commercial and mixed-use developments
• Major hospital builds and extension programmes.

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• A degree (or equivalent) in civil or structural engineering.
• Chartered status with ICE or IStructE or actively working toward it.
• Proven experience in building structures within a consultancy environment.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Tekla, Autodesk, and other analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of the design and construction process from concept stage through to site delivery.

Why Join This Consultancy?

You'll be joining a well-known, locally respected business with a modern approach to work-life balance. Their flexible working policy actively supports home working and autonomy over your working week. You'll also benefit from:

• Contemporary, well-equipped offices
• A friendly, close-knit team environment
• Free parking
• A clear route for progression into senior management

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to take ownership of exciting projects while developing their leadership and technical capabilities.