Principal Structural Engineer
1 day ago
Manchester
We are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to take responsibility for technical leadership, design solutions, and the delivery of high-quality structural designs. The role will ensure that all structural outputs meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards while supporting the development of the wider design team. THIS CAN BE A PERMANENT OR CONTRACT ROLE (OUTSIDE IR35) Key Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the production of structural design deliverables to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements, • Approve design deliverables, design risk assessments (DRAs), reports, and specifications, • Identify efficient and appropriate design solutions through scope review and site visits, and communicate these effectively to clients and project teams, • Direct, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduate staff, • Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, professional, and water company standards, • Manage and record design changes across project packages, • Ensure work is delivered using formal processes and procedures, • Estimate design hours and support project planning, • Attend and present at ALM, KM, and other technical or project meetings, • Review, interpret, and brief teams on engineering standards, procedures, and updates, • Act as Professional Head of Discipline and Responsible Engineer/CRE on designated projects, • Provide technical leadership for projects and tenders, driving continuous improvement in technical standards Required Qualifications & Experience • Minimum 10 years’ structural design experience at Senior or Principal Engineer level, • Significant experience in one or more regulated industries, such as:, • Rail, • Water (essential), • Oil & Gas, • Nuclear, • Highways, • Bridges, • Degree or HND in Civil or Structural Engineering, • Strong IT skills, • Chartered Engineer status Preferred Qualifications & Experience • Experience working within regulated water and/or rail industries, • Good understanding of construction methods and materials, • Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle