Principal Structural Engineer | Nottingham

We’re working in partnership with a well-established, design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy in Nottingham to recruit a highly capable Principal Structural Engineer .

This is a senior opportunity offering both technical leadership and strategic input, ideal for an experienced engineer looking to play a key role in project delivery, team development, and the continued growth of a respected regional business.

Role

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of a broad range of structural engineering projects, while supporting senior leadership in managing clients, developing teams, and driving business performance.

You’ll act as both a technical authority and a mentor, ensuring high standards across all aspects of delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design on a range of projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion
• Review and approve calculations, drawings, and technical reports
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and contractors
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to engineers and technicians
• Support business development, including client engagement and winning new work
• Ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget, and quality expectations
• Contribute to strategic decisions within the team and wider business

About you

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IStructE or ICE
• Extensive experience in structural design using a range of materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry)
• Proven track record in leading projects and managing design teams
• Strong technical knowledge of UK codes and standards
• Experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder management
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• Strong leadership and communication skills

What’s on offer

• Competitive senior-level salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Clear pathway towards Associate / Director level
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping a growing team
• Diverse and technically challenging project portfolio
• Supportive, collaborative working environment