At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting structural engineering projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Opportunity for remote work and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on diverse projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with 8+ years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Bennett & Game are proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to join their growing Structures team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered, or near-Chartered, Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and technically strong environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, managing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the structures division.
The business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects across commercial, residential, research & development, energy and refurbishment sectors, offering exposure to a broad range of challenging and rewarding engineering work.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Car Allowance if chartered
- Pension scheme
- Salary sacrifice scheme
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Additional annual leave entitlement with length of service
- Holiday buy, sell and carry-over scheme
- Long service awards
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Paid professional membership fees
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Interest-free season ticket loan
- Regular company-funded social events
- Free refreshments and fresh fruit
- Free on-site parking
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Opportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 15 days per year
Job Overview
- Lead structural engineering projects from inception through to completion
- Manage project delivery, budgets, resources and programme requirements
- Prepare and review structural designs across a range of building sectors
- Undertake site visits, feasibility studies and risk assessments
- Liaise directly with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams
- Attend project meetings and provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle
- Assess sustainability and environmental considerations within project designs
Job Requirements
- Degree qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering
- Minimum 8 years' post-graduate structural design experience
- Strong experience designing in steel, concrete, timber and masonry
- Experience delivering refurbishment and new-build projects
- Strong understanding of structural design principles and project delivery
- Ability to manage client relationships and lead project teams effectively
- Commercial awareness with experience managing project finances
- Strong report writing and technical documentation skills
This role would suit an experienced Senior Structural Engineer or Principal Structural Engineer looking to join a consultancy with an excellent reputation, a diverse project portfolio and a genuine commitment to professional development, technical excellence and long-term career progression.
Principal Structural Engineer - Senior in Watford employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Join a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy in Hemel Hempstead or Didcot, where you will thrive in a collaborative and technically strong environment. With a commitment to professional development, competitive benefits, and a diverse portfolio of projects, this role offers meaningful opportunities for growth and the chance to lead impactful engineering initiatives while enjoying flexible working arrangements and a supportive company culture.
Contact Details:
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Recruitment Team
