Senior Structural Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Structural Engineer for a leading Dublin-based consultancy. The role involves senior project leadership, mentoring and directing delivery across planning, design and construction stages.

You will drive quality, safety standards and client retention while collaborating with Directors on growth plans and market strategies for the Dublin office. A strong track record in budget control and invoicing is essential.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in consulting environments is highly valued.
• Strong technical, communication and management capabilities are required.
• Commercial awareness with a track record in budget control and cost management.
• Ability to prepare high-quality project reports and chair meetings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of project delivery from planning, resource management, and technical leadership to mentoring and staff development.
• Lead design excellence while ensuring quality management and health & safety standards.
• Manage client relationships to retain existing business and generate new opportunities.
• Collaborate with Directors to deliver growth plans for the Dublin office and develop regional marketing strategies.
• Drive fee proposals, client liaison, cost control and contract management; manage invoicing and negotiations.
• Independently run multiple projects at various stages and values, delivering profitable engineering solutions and high client satisfaction.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Management

Budget management

Client relationship management

Education

Level 8/9 Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

About Your New Employer

• Our client is a leading Dublin-based consultancy, known for delivering successful commercial, institutional, and industrial projects in Ireland and overseas.
• Work in a collaborative professional environment focused on innovation, design excellence, and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Be part of a dynamic team where your ambition and expertise can lead to genuine senior management opportunities.

About Your New Job

As a Senior Structural Engineer/Associate Designate,youwill:

• Oversee all aspects of project delivery—from planning, resource management, and technical leadership to effective mentoring and employee development.
• Lead and promote design excellence while ensuring compliance with quality management and health & safety standards.
• Play a significant role in client relationship management, focusing on the retention of existing business and the generation of new opportunities.
• Work closely with Directors to deliver on ambitious business and growth plans for the Dublin office, including developing regional marketing strategies and identifying new project leads.
• Drive fee proposals, client liaison, cost control, and contract management; manage project invoicing and fee negotiations.
• Independently run multiple projects at various stages and values, delivering profitable engineering solutions and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

What Skills You Need

• Level 8/9 Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered status and preferably a member of the Institution of Structural Engineers.
• Minimum 8 years’ postgraduate experience, ideally in a consulting environment; experience on architect-led projects is a distinct advantage.
• Strong technical, communication, and management skills.
• Commercial awareness with a track record in budget management and cost control.
• Ability to prepare high-quality project reports; capable of chairing meetings and preparing minutes.
• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).

What's on Offer

• Remuneration package tailored to experience and in line with the seniority of the role.
• Career progression to Associate level and the opportunity to be involved in company strategy and management.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and supportive work environment.