Senior Structural Integrity Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Fairhurst LLP is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning, water, and landscape architecture services across 16 principal offices in the UK. Fairhurst specialises in providing cost‑effective, sustainable engineering solutions and prides itself on high-quality service delivery, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships.

Role Overview – Fairhurst is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our Newcastle Office. As one of the UK’s leading private Engineering Consultancies, Fairhurst delivers integrated solutions for a broad range of public and private sector clients. This position provides the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects, contribute to business growth, and mentor junior engineers within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver UK‑based structural engineering projects in accordance with UK Building Regulations and all relevant design standards.
• Lead and undertake structural engineering assessments and inspections of new and existing buildings in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Carry out detailed analysis and design using industry‑standard software including Tekla Structural Designer and Tedds.
• Prepare high‑quality drawings, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.
• Produce well‑structured technical reports, including structural surveys and design justifications.
• Coordinate and oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Manage work packages, project resources, and deliverables to support successful project delivery.
• Contribute to project programmes, risk management, and efficient workflow planning.
• Maintain clear documentation, progress updates, and project records in line with Fairhurst’s quality systems.
• Engage professionally with clients, contractors, statutory bodies, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Represent Fairhurst at external meetings, networking events, and industry functions as required.
• Work in accordance with Fairhurst’s Quality Assurance procedures and industry legislation.
• Review work of junior staff to ensure accuracy, compliance, and high technical quality.
• Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to Graduate and Project Engineers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Strong experience working as a Senior Structural Engineer within a UK consultancy environment.
• Proven track record delivering projects across industrial, residential, retail, commercial, and healthcare sectors.
• Varied experience with common structural forms and building types.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and numerical skills.
• Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple projects.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Commercial awareness and ambition to contribute to Fairhurst’s growth.
• Proficient in relevant design software including Tekla Structural Designer and Tedds.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Committed to delivering high‑quality, technically robust work.

Continuous Development:

• Career and professional development and opportunities on high‑profile projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits, aligned to experience and location.
• A culture built on responsiveness, flexibility, and sustainable, value‑adding engineering.
• Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package.
• Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance.
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) including annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme.
• Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award.
• Interest-free travel loan.

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