Senior Structural Engineer

  • carrington west
  • City, Birmingham
  • Apr 15, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity is available for a Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong presence across the Midlands.

This consultancy is recognised for delivering practical, cost-effective and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, industrial and infrastructure. With a collaborative "one team" approach across civil, structural, geo-environmental and transport disciplines, you'll be joining a business that prides itself on delivering fully integrated design solutions.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of projects, lead design delivery and play a key role within a growing and technically strong team.

The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will:

  • Lead the design and delivery of structural projects from concept through to completion
  • Take responsibility for project performance, ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality standards
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, developers and design teams
  • Carry out and review detailed structural analysis across a range of materials including steel, concrete and timber
  • Oversee the production of calculations, drawings and technical documentation
  • Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians
  • Attend and lead client, design team and site meetings
  • Deliver practical, buildable and value-engineered design solutions

About You
We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Is Chartered (or close to achieving Chartership) with IStructE or ICE
  • Has strong experience within a UK consultancy environment
  • Has a solid understanding of UK design standards and Eurocodes
  • Is confident designing with a range of materials and structural systems
  • Has experience leading projects and managing client relationships
  • Is comfortable working within a multidisciplinary team environment
  • Enjoys a hands-on, solutions-focused approach to engineering

Why Join?

  • Join an established, award-winning consultancy with a strong industry reputation
  • Work on a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors
  • Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
  • Take ownership of projects and influence design outcomes
  • Clear pathway for career progression into senior leadership roles
  • Strong focus on delivering practical, cost-effective engineering solutions
  • Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary package

Apply

If you're a Senior Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy, please apply or contact Abi directly on (phone number removed).