Principal Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Structures Engineer to join their Consulting Structures Team in Birmingham. This hybrid role involves technical leadership, design management, and client liaison for major infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a strong background in civil or structural engineering, with expertise in design processes and project management. The company offers excellent career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Health cash plans

Generous pension scheme

Minimum 24 days holidays plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (ICE/IStructE).
• Experience with highway structures and major bridges.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and support to design teams.
• Manage project budgets and ensure commercial success.
• Engage with clients and suppliers for project proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Lusas

Midas

Job description

Job Description

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Principal Structures Engineer to join our Consulting Structures Team. This is a hybrid role with shared office space in our Birmingham office, and we invite applications from across the region.

Amey Consulting has been appointed as the design partner for two regions of Highways' 6-year Scheme Delivery Framework (SDF), the largest and most comprehensive renewals programme ever launched by the government-owned company. The Midlands Region SDF includes over 2,000 large bridges and culverts.

Since 2020, we’ve been managing three major structures (M5 Avonmouth Bridge, the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge, and the M48 Severn Bridge) under a 15-year contract worth £16 million per annum, as well as being awarded in 2023 the 4th of the Midlands Highway Alliance Plus framework.

These long-term contracts offer excellent opportunities for technical, engineering, and professional design staff at all career stages to be involved in some of the most exciting and challenging engineering projects.

The role

As a Principal Structures Engineer, you will be a technical team leader, providing effective support and assistance to your Design Team, and supporting the Structures Practice in delivering their portfolio of schemes for clients. Responsibilities include:

• Technical Leadership: Provide advice, guidance, and supervision to technical teams, operational managers, clients, and suppliers.
• Design Management: Lead the preparation and review of designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Commercial Oversight: Manage project budgets and costs to ensure commercial success.
• Client and Supplier Liaison: Engage with client and supplier representatives, including presenting proposals.
• Bid Preparation: Lead and contribute to bid preparation, including technical and commercial offers, with accountability to the bid director.
• People Management: Assume the role of people manager when required by the business.
• Sustainable Solutions Development: Assist in developing practical, sustainable solutions for bridges and civil structures at all project stages.
• Structural Analysis: Undertake and review structural analysis, design, and assessment calculations.
• Technical Document Management: Manage the production of carbon and cost estimates, 3D models, drawings, reports, and other technical documents.
• Multi-disciplinary Representation: Represent the structures practice in multi-disciplinary projects and meetings with clients and stakeholders.

What you will bring to us:

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (ICE/IStructE).
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Comprehensive understanding of CDM and risk assessment, experienced in managing and communicating project hazards and risks, and capable of acting as Principal Designer.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards such as DMRB and Eurocodes.
• Apply engineering theory to complex situations, adapting concepts for optimal outcomes.
• Expertise in design and specification processes, with the ability to manage and lead project teams.
• Excellent oral communication skills, able to present ideas effectively to peers, senior colleagues, clients, and deliver training workshops.
• Ability to resolve interface clashes and manage discipline-specific interfaces.
• Strong supervisory and people management skills, capable of managing technical teams across various locations and projects.
• Extensive experience with highway structures and/or major bridges, with a solid understanding of structural behaviour and analysis.
• Proficiency in software such as Lusas or Midas is mandatory.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits, and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Career Development

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, with mentoring and support to help you reach your milestones. We’re advocates for professional development and offer recognition bonuses for achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life Balance

We prioritize work-life balance and flexibility, offering hybrid, part-time, and flexible work patterns. With offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that suit you.

Wellbeing

Health cash plans, 24/7 GP access, support and assistance programs, wellbeing ambassadors, Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.

EDI

We celebrate diversity through our Affinity Group networks such as Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, and Parents & Carers.

Social Value

You will have 2 Community Involvement Days annually to volunteer for a charity of your choice, plus additional opportunities for fundraising support.

Additional benefits include:

• Pension: Generous pension scheme with company contributions.
• Holidays: Minimum 24 days plus Bank Holidays.
• Choices: Flexible benefits, including additional leave, cycle2work, charity giving, and gym memberships.
• Save with Amey: Online discounts on shopping, days out, and nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value collective expertise and individual contributions. You’ll be supported, recognized, and encouraged to fulfill your ambitions.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to equal opportunity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or identity. We offer interview accommodations for applicants who meet minimum requirements. For support, contact [e-mail].