Principal Structural Engineer

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