At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting infrastructure projects and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Design ID, a top civil and structural engineering consultancy in the UK and Ireland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth and chartership.
- Other info: We review applications on a rolling basis—apply now!
- Why this job: Make a real impact on diverse projects while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
About the Company
Design ID is a specialist civil, structural and infrastructure engineering consultancy delivering high-quality projects across the UK and Ireland. Our work spans marine and coastal infrastructure, public realm and active travel schemes, buildings, structures, transport infrastructure, bridges, ports, harbours and complex multidisciplinary developments.
About the Role
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Engineer to play a key role in the delivery and continued growth of our business. This is a senior technical and leadership role for an experienced Senior Engineer who is either Chartered or approaching Chartership, combining hands-on engineering with project delivery, client engagement and team leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland.
- Act as Lead Engineer / Project Manager on small to medium-sized projects, or lead significant work packages on larger schemes.
- Undertake, check and approve engineering design using Eurocodes and relevant UK standards.
- Oversee and review technical calculations, drawings, reports and specifications.
- Manage projects through planning and consenting, including statutory approvals where required.
- Lead engagement with public and private clients, local authorities, architects, developers and contractors.
- Manage programme, budget and resourcing to ensure efficient and profitable delivery.
- Lead project QA, health & safety and sustainability considerations.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting technical and professional progression.
- Contribute to winning work, fee proposals and early-stage project development.
Qualifications
- Degree or higher in Civil, Structural Engineering.
- Typically, 5 years’ relevant experience in engineering consultancy or contracting.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng / MIEI / MIStructE or equivalent) or working towards chartership.
Required Skills
- Excellent capability across either civil / structural / geotechnical design.
- Strong working knowledge of Eurocodes and UK standards.
- Responsible for Team / Project Delivery.
- Responsible for Team / Project Quality Assurance.
- Team & Project Management responsibility.
- Oversee a consistent quality of output from team.
- Continuously innovate, improving quality & efficiency of output.
Preferred Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Negotiating, supervisory and leadership skills.
- Confident communicator with experience engaging directly with clients and stakeholders.
- Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, programmes and resources.
- A collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring others and taking responsibility.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team.
Pay range and compensation package
Salary: Competitive, based on experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome direct applications by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter in full confidence. We review applications on a rolling basis—don’t delay! We can’t wait to hear from you.
Senior Civil Structural Engineer employer: Design ID Consulting Limited
Design ID is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, providing Senior Civil Structural Engineers with the opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from mentorship opportunities, competitive salaries, and a commitment to quality and sustainability in all projects. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to meaningful developments in civil and structural engineering.
Contact Details:
Design ID Consulting Limited Recruitment Team
