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Position: Principal Structural Engineer
We are seeking a proactive Principal Structural Engineer to join our dynamic and expanding team. This role involves managing a busy structural team and overseeing projects valued between £0.5m and £20m from design through to technical approval.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design and delivery of structural projects, ensuring quality and profitability.
* Prepare fee proposals, deliver scheme designs, and develop detailed design packages and tender documentation.
* Liaise with statutory authorities, architects, and contractors, and attend client, design, and site meetings.
* Manage resources including engineers and technicians, and support the Managing Director with team targets.
* Mentor and develop team members, conduct structural surveys, and analyse structural defects.
* Ensure compliance with CDM regulations 2015 and contribute to business development and bid processes.
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
* MEng in Structural Engineering or a related discipline, or a first degree in a relevant field.
* Chartered Membership or Associate Membership of the ICE or IStructE, or working towards it with submission within 12 months.
* Minimum of 8 years’ experience in structural design across Concrete, Steel, Masonry, and Timber.
* Excellent communication skills in English, with strong problem-solving and technical design abilities.
* Experience with MasterSeries/Tekla, and demonstrated capability in managing and developing a team.
* Competent in preparing design calculations to British Standards, Eurocodes, and relevant guidance notes.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* An opportunity to work in a supportive, high-achieving team where you can take responsibility, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.
If you are a motivated professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. For more information contact David Fletcher of Jackson Hogg Recruitment